Galiano GOLD Reports Double Fatality at Its Asanko GOLD MINE
GALIANO GOLD REPORTS DOUBLE FATALITY AT ITS
ASANKO GOLD MINE
VANCOUVER, BC
,
Feb. 6, 2023
/CNW/ -
Galiano Gold Inc. ("Galiano" or the "
Company")
(TSX: GAU) (NYSE
American: GAU) deeply regrets to report that two contractors have been fatally injured yesterday following an incident at
the Asanko Gold Mine ("AGM") located in
Ghana
,
West Africa
. The AGM is a 50:50 joint venture ("JV") with Gold Fields
Ltd (JSE: GFI) (NYSE: GFI), which is managed and operated by Galiano.
AGM Emergency Services responded to the incident near the tailings storage facility where two contractors were
pronounced deceased at the scene. The Company is working alongside its contractor to ensure everyone impacted by
the incident is provided the required support and counseling needed during this challenging and difficult time.
"On behalf of
Galiano Gold
, we offer our sincerest condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers of our two
colleagues," said
Matt Badylak
, President and Chief Executive Officer.
The appropriate authorities have been notified and an investigation is underway. Efforts are immediately underway to
further reinforce the sustained Company commitment to Zero Harm and industry best practices in safety culture.
About Galiano Gold Inc.
Galiano is focused on creating a sustainable business capable of value creation for all stakeholders through production,
exploration and disciplined deployment of its financial resources. The Company operates and manages the Asanko Gold
Mine, located in
Ghana
,
West Africa
, jointly owned with Gold Fields Ltd. Galiano is committed to the highest standards
for environmental management, social responsibility, and the health and safety of its employees and neighbouring
communities. For more information, please visit
www.galianogold.com
.
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Galiano Gold Inc.
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For further information:
Enquiries: Krista Muhr, Toll-Free (N. America): 1-855-246-7341, Telephone: 1-778-239-0446,
Email: [email protected]
CO: Galiano Gold Inc.
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