Fatality at Asanko Gold Mine

Asanko Gold (TSX:AKG) reported an accident at its Asanko Gold mine in Ghana resulting in the death of a mining contractor.

As quoted in the press release:

The Company is deeply saddened by the news and expresses its sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.

The incident was immediately reported to the relevant regulatory authorities who have conducted an initial inspection and have given clearance for work to resume. A full internal investigation into this incident is underway and a comprehensive review of both the mine and the contractor’s operating and health and safety procedures is also being conducted.

Click here to read the Asanko Gold (TSX:AKG) press release