Danquah Addo-Yobo
Global gold producer, Newmont Corporation, has appointed Danquah Addo-Yobo as Country Manager for its Ghana operations, effective October 1, 2025.
The appointment forms part of Newmont’s ongoing global strategic realignment, following the merger of its Africa and Asia-Pacific operations into the newly established Africa Asia Pacific (AAP) Business Unit.
The structural change aims to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen leadership across key markets, and better position the company for sustainable growth in both regions.
As Country Manager, Mr. Addo-Yobo will serve as Newmont’s principal representative in Ghana, with responsibility for advancing the company’s strategic objectives, overseeing business performance, and ensuring continuity across its operations.
According to the company, his role is expected to drive deeper collaboration with government, communities, and industry stakeholders while reinforcing Newmont’s commitment to responsible mining and long-term value creation.
In a statement, Newmont said the appointment underscores its renewed focus on country-level partnerships, operational excellence, and sustainable development within host nations.
Mr. Addo-Yobo brings more than 20 years of international leadership experience across the mining, agribusiness, telecommunications, and logistics sectors. His extensive background includes senior executive roles in Africa, Canada, and Asia, positioning him as a seasoned leader within the global resource industry.
Prior to this role, Addo-Yobo served as Regional Chief Financial Officer for Newmont Africa and Canada, where he played a key role in aligning financial operations and driving efficiency across both regions.
He also held several leadership positions at Yara International, including Regional Managing Director for West Africa and Managing Director for Ghana, where he led significant business expansion and organizational transformation initiatives.
Earlier in his career, he worked in senior finance, operations, and commercial roles with Maersk and Vodafone, gaining broad experience in corporate management and strategic business leadership.
Newmont operates two major gold mines in Ghana, Ahafo and Akyem, which form a core part of its global portfolio. The company remains one of the country’s largest contributors to national revenue and community development through employment, local procurement, and social investment.
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