Ghana is taking steps to transform its role in the global gold market by moving beyond production into structured investment.

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) and the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX) are in advanced talks to introduce gold trading on the GCX platform.

The initiative, once launched, will not only give retail and institutional investors direct access to the country’s most valuable mineral but also elevate Ghana’s status as a hub for regulated commodity trading.

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Reports have noted that the move is part of a broader national strategy to capture more value from gold by shifting from extraction and export into transparent, investment-driven trading systems.

To ensure investor confidence, GoldBod is working with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to secure regulatory backing and put safeguards in place.

Analysts have also noted that a successful rollout could position Ghana as one of Africa’s leaders in structured gold investment, further diversifying its economy and creating wealth opportunities for everyday citizens.

SSD/SA

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