By Ishmeal 
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has donated US$400,000 to support the ongoing redevelopment of Burma Camp, as part of efforts to improve accommodation and living conditions for personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).
The donation was presented by the Chamber’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ing. Kenneth Ashigbey, during a courtesy visit to the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General William Agyapong, at the General Headquarters on Friday, November 6, 2026.
Dr. Ashigbey said the contribution was intended to strengthen the existing partnership between the mining industry and the Ghana Armed Forces, particularly in promoting the welfare of military personnel.
He stressed that security remains essential to national development, noting that the Armed Forces play an important role in maintaining the peace and stability needed for businesses, industries and communities to thrive.
He also commended military personnel for their professionalism, discipline and dedication to protecting the country.
Chamber proposes naming accommodation block after it
As part of the contribution, Dr. Ashigbey requested that the accommodation block supported by the donation be named after the Ghana Chamber of Mines.
He explained that the proposed naming would serve as a lasting symbol of the partnership between the two institutions and the Chamber’s contribution towards improving military accommodation.
He further reaffirmed the Chamber’s commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen Ghana’s security institutions and promote national development.
CDS welcomes donation and calls for more support
Lieutenant General William Agyapong expressed appreciation to the Ghana Chamber of Mines, describing the US$400,000 contribution as significant support towards addressing accommodation challenges within the Armed Forces.
He said the Burma Camp redevelopment initiative was designed to provide decent, modern and comfortable accommodation for military personnel and their families.
According to him, improved living conditions would contribute to the welfare and morale of service personnel.
The CDS also encouraged other corporate institutions, stakeholders and well-meaning Ghanaians to support the redevelopment project.
He emphasised that collective support would be important in achieving the goal of providing better accommodation for military personnel and their families.
The donation adds to private-sector support for efforts to modernise military infrastructure and improve the welfare of Ghana Armed Forces personnel.
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