Ayanfuri
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GhanaAyanfuri | |
|---|---|
Town | |
  Ayanfuri Location in Ghana | |
| Coordinates: 5°57′51″N 1°53′43″W / 5.964302°N 1.895235°W | |
| Country | Ghana |
| Region | Central Region |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
Ayanfuri is a mining town in the Central Region of Ghana.[1][2][3] The town is the termination town on the 94.4-kilometre (58.7 mi) Tarkwa-Bogoso-Ayamfuri road.[4] Ayanfuri township is located in the Upper Denkyira West District of the Central Region.
The local economy of Ayanfuri is primarily driven by mining, small-scale trading, agriculture, and transport services. The presence of the Edikan Gold Mine, operated by Perseus Mining Limited, has contributed significantly to economic activity in the township. Mining-related employment, local procurement, and community development investments have influenced the town’s expansion over the years.[5][6]
In addition to large-scale mining, small-scale and artisanal mining activities occur within the wider district, contributing to livelihoods but also raising environmental and regulatory concerns.[5][7]