The Akyem project in Ghana is also expected to commence production by the end of 2014.

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The African segment includes Ahafo and Akyem in Ghana.

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Spending during the first three quarters of the year was lower than expected, but is expected to pick up in the fourth quarter as development accelerates at the Akyem project in Ghana and the Conga project in Peru, the company said.

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