Ghana has initiated its most extensive mining sector audit in ten years, focusing on major gold producers as part of efforts to recover lost revenue and strengthen regulatory oversight. The initiative comes as West African governments intensify scrutiny of mining companies amid soaring commodity prices, reported Reuters, citing a letter from the Minerals Commission dated 13 October. The audit will target leading gold mining companies including AngloGold Ashanti, Asante Gold, Gold Fields, Newmont, Perseus ...