Stephen Yeboah of Commodity Monitor on Green Gold: Transforming Ghana’s Mining Sector with Mercury-Free Technology

In this part of the, we feature insights from Stephen Yeboah, CEO and Co-founder of Commodity Monitor Ghana. Established in 2017, Commodity Monitor is a dynamic trading, logistics, and engineering company reshaping how commodities are traded and processed across Africa.

With operations spanning soft commodities such as cocoa, maize, and soya, and hard commodities like gold, oil and gas, and energy, the company has emerged as a leading force in advancing sustainable, technology-driven solutions for Africa’s commodity industries.

A Vision Born in Geneva, Built for Africa

Stephen Yeboah co-founded Commodity Monitor with the aim of applying global expertise to local needs. Inspired by his studies in Geneva, Switzerland—the heart of global commodities trading—Yeboah saw an opportunity to replicate that ecosystem in Ghana by connecting producers and consumers across continents.

The company focuses on closing gaps in the commodity value chain, ensuring that wherever there is a shortfall—whether in production, processing, or distribution—Commodity Monitor provides a viable, scalable solution.

Core Services Offered by Commodity Monitor Ghana

Commodity Monitor offers a wide array of services across sectors:

• Commodity trading (soft and hard commodities)
• Supply chain logistics and coordination
• Mercury-free gold processing technology
• Engineering and technical support for mining operations
• Renewable energy integration into mining and agri systems
• Research and consulting on commodity markets
• Export-import solutions across Africa, Europe, and Asia

The Green Gold Agenda: Mercury-Free Mining in Ghana

One of Commodity Monitor’s most significant contributions is its work in Ghana’s small-scale mining sector. With over two million people employed in this space, the company identified a critical need: safe, efficient, and environmentally sound gold processing technology.

Traditionally, small-scale miners use mercury-heavy Chinese machines that are dangerous, inefficient, and environmentally toxic. Commodity Monitor responded with a mercury-free gold processing system, achieving gold recovery rates as high as 87%, compared to under 20% using older methods.

Yeboah explains that beyond the environmental benefits, the solution is more cost-effective and scalable. This innovation aligns with Ghana’s obligations under the Minamata Convention, offering a powerful alternative to mercury-laced gold extraction that contaminates waterways and threatens public health.

Bridging Trade Gaps Across Sectors

Beyond mining, the company is actively engaged in connecting Ghanaian agricultural producers to international buyers, and vice versa. It has facilitated grain and cereal imports from Eastern Europe to Africa, and Ghanaian exports such as soya to overseas markets.

Looking Ahead

In addition, Commodity Monitor is helping companies transition to renewable energy systems, particularly solar-powered mining technologies, reinforcing the company’s commitment to green engineering and environmental responsibility.

As Commodity Monitor continues to expand its reach, its focus remains on combining engineering innovation, market connectivity, and sustainability. The company’s ability to customise solutions for local mining conditions, provide technology training, and build strategic partnerships with organisations in South Africa, Canada, China, and the United States positions it as a frontrunner in Africa’s commodity transformation.