Deputy Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Hon. Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, has commended the GoldBod Jewellery Limited during his working visit to the Marina Mall showroom.
During the visit, Dr. Srem-Sai conducted an extensive inspection of the facility to familiarize himself with the company’s intricate operations and its diverse portfolio of locally manufactured gold products, which serve as a benchmark for the nation’s mineral processing standards.
The Managing Director of GoldBod Jewellery Limited, Getrude Emefa Donkor, Esq., facilitated the tour, showcasing a sophisticated range of high-carat jewellery and investment-grade gold tablets, all of which are meticulously crafted from gold sourced directly from Ghanaian mines.
“I like your drive, especially with the gold tablets and the beautifully crafted jewellery you have here. I commend the quality and craftsmanship of the products on display, particularly the innovation behind the gold tablets.”
Hon. Dr. Justice Srem-Sai
This strategic engagement underscores the legal and regulatory importance of GoldBod Jewellery Limited, a subsidiary of the newly established Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), which replaced the defunct Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC) to streamline the industry.
Ms. Donkor emphasized that the company is currently operating seven showrooms across Accra and Kumasi, serving as a pillar for the “national value-addition agenda” by transforming raw dore into premium finished goods.
She noted that the government’s decision to “restructure and retool” the entity was a critical intervention to reverse the historical trend where Ghana exported raw gold only to import expensive finished jewellery.
This visit by the Deputy Attorney General highlights the synergy between legal frameworks and economic industrialization, as the company now offers 24-karat gold tablets in sizes ranging from 1g to 1 ounce, alongside professional vault services for secure asset management.
Strengthening the Extractive Value Chain
The transition of the entity from PMMC Jewellery Limited, established in 2016, to the revitalized GoldBod Jewellery Limited reflects a broader shift in Ghana’s extractive sector policy toward vertical integration.
By integrating a “national mandate” that prioritizes local job retention and domestic revenue generation, the company is effectively mitigating the capital flight traditionally associated with the gold trade.
The introduction of modern, handcrafted designs and standardized investment products like gold tablets priced according to prevailing global market rates positions Ghana not just as a leading producer of raw minerals, but as a competitive player in the global luxury and investment markets.
Legal Oversight and Economic Sovereignty
The presence of the Deputy Attorney General at a retail and manufacturing hub of the Ghana Gold Board signals a robust state commitment to ensuring that the legal protections surrounding mineral rights translate into tangible economic sovereignty.
As the state moves toward full operational control of the gold value chain in 2026, the success of subsidiaries like GoldBod Jewellery is essential for proving the viability of local refining and processing.
Ms. Donkor remarked that “the jobs stay here” because of this mandate, reinforcing the idea that the legal restructuring of the PMMC into GoldBod was a necessary step to protect the national interest and foster industrial growth.
Future Outlook for Downstream Mining
The visit concludes at a time when GoldBod is expanding its reach through both physical showrooms and digital e-commerce platforms, aiming to make Ghanaian gold accessible to a global audience.
The Deputy Attorney General’s endorsement of the “innovation and commitment” shown by the management and staff serves as a powerful validation of the current mining reforms.
By moving beyond simple extraction to high-end manufacturing, GoldBod Jewellery Limited is setting a precedent for other mineral-rich nations in Africa to follow.
This evolution ensures that the inherent value of Ghana’s “precious gold” is fully optimized for the benefit of its citizens and the broader national economy.
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