Ghana plans to implement a blockchain-based track and trace system for gold exports by the end of 2026, as announced by Sammy Gyamfi, CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, at the 2025 Dubai Precious Metals Conference. This initiative aims to ensure full traceability and certified origin of all gold exports, targeting the cleanup of the artisanal and small-scale mining sector and the elimination of illegal mining activities. The system will verify the origin of every gram of processed gold and include compliance audits to prevent misuse of licensed mines. This deployment is mandated by Section 31X of the Gold Board Act (Act 1140), with the timeline extended to allow for comprehensive procurement. In 2025, the artisanal sector contributed 90 tonnes of gold, accounting for 53% of Ghana's total gold exports and generating over $9 billion in foreign exchange. Additionally, the Gold Board has launched a task force to combat illegal trading and is investing in an ISO-certified assay laboratory.