The senior leadership of Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining Co. Ltd. paid a visit to Ghana from 13th – 17th September 2025. This visit followed an earlier one in April, when the company was concluding processes ahead of its successful Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing, complementing its existing listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.
The dual listing has positioned Chifeng more strongly on the international stage, reflecting the confidence of global investors and affirming the company’s place among the leading mid-tier gold producers. The Ghana visit provided an opportunity to share these developments with the Wassa management team and to align on the outlook for Wassa operations.
The visiting delegation included more than half of the senior executive team of Chifeng, comprising:
- Wang Jianhua, Chairman
- Lydia Yang, President
- Lyu Xiaozhao, Vice President & Chief Engineer
- Mario Wong, Chief Financial Officer
- Dong Shubao, Board Secretary
While in Accra, the delegation, together with Mr. Kevin Chen, Chairman of Golden Star Wassa Ltd., Mr. Edmund Thorne, Chief Operating Officer of Golden Star Wassa Ltd., and Mr. Gerard Boakye, Deputy Director and Head of Corporate Affairs of Golden Star Wassa Ltd., paid a courtesy call on the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission Mr. Isaac Tandoh. Discussions were on Chifeng’s investment in Ghana and its commitment to collaboration with Ghana’s regulatory stakeholders.
At Wassa, Mr. Chen and Mr. Thorne led the senior executives through inspections at Benso, B-Shoot, 242, and the Setters Area, following an underground safety induction. The visits included tours of the underground operations, where the delegation gained firsthand appreciation of the progress being made and the potential of these projects to deliver long-term value.
Beyond the operational updates, the visit was also an opportunity for direct engagement between the senior leadership and site managers. Discussions centered on strategies for achieving operational targets, enhancing efficiencies, and positioning Wassa for sustainable growth.
Speaking after the visit, Mr. Wang Jianhua, Chairman of Chifeng Jilong Gold, noted:
“This visit has given us confidence in the strong foundations being built at Wassa. The dedication of the team here is evident, and it strengthens our belief in the future of this operation as a core part of Chifeng’s international portfolio.”
Ms. Lydia Yang, President of Chifeng Jilong Gold, added:
“Chifeng’s global progress is built on the strength of its people and operations. Seeing the work being done at Wassa confirms the role Ghana plays in our long-term strategy and our commitment to delivering value for all stakeholders.”
Mr. Kevin Chen, Chairman of Golden Star Wassa Ltd., concluded:
“The visit offered a valuable opportunity to demonstrate our progress to Chifeng’s senior leadership and the alignment between our local teams and the company’s global vision.”
The consistent visits of senior leadership to Ghana demonstrates the importance of Ghana within Chifeng’s international portfolio and its journey to grow responsibly, efficiently, and sustainably.