New regulations governing the Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) could improve small-scale miners’ access to reliable geological information and support more systematic mineral exploration. The seven legislative instruments, which took effect on August 26, 2026, establish detailed rules for geological mapping, geoscientific information management, ground investigations and mineral resource exploration up to the pre-feasibility study …
The European Commission has chosen 46 strategic raw material projects to benefit from faster permitting and help in bidding for public and private funding, as the bloc races to diversify supply chains and reduce reliance on China, it said on Friday. The EU, along with other major Western economies, is heavily dependent on China for …
The Minerals Regulation Commission (MRC) has considered a cumulative total of 6,226 mining and non-mining rights cases during the last two sittings of the Mining and Non-Mining Rights Licensing Committee. The cases comprised 2,148 new applications and 4,078 non-compliant active mining and non-mining rights considered during meetings held from July 13 to August 12, 2026, …
The CEO of Newmont , the world’s largest gold miner, on Wednesday urged the industry to control spending and invest wisely despite higher gold prices, saying the favourable market presented an opportunity for investors to benefit from expanding margins. Gold rallied sharply in 2025 on safe-haven demand, hitting a record high of $5,595 an ounce …
Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson has challenged Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited to move beyond its recovery phase and significantly increase production, efficiency and value creation following the restart of its processing plant after about nine months. Mr Nelson said the company’s return to operations marked an important step, but stressed that management must now build …
The Minerals Commission has ordered the immediate suspension of all activities under offshore reconnaissance licences held by Gold Coast GRC Ghana Limited, citing concerns raised by stakeholders over the potential environmental, ecological and social implications of the company’s proposed operations. The suspension affects licences granted on February 9, 2026, covering areas within Ghana’s territorial waters. …
The Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission, Isaac Tandoh, has met with another group of local contract miners to address concerns raised by the Mine Workers Union over the transition from owner mining to contract mining. Mr. Tandoh said the Minerals Commission empathises with concerns over unfair wages and remains committed, as the industry …
Students of the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC), Junior Division, have examined the environmental and socio-economic impacts of illegal mining in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality as part of a study tour focused on illegal mining and sustainable development. The study tour, held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, combined discussions with local authorities and …
Zijin Golden Ridge Limited (ZGRL), operator of the Akyem Gold Mine, has started training 31 young people from Birim North in welding and fabrication, paying each a GH¢1,000 monthly stipend. The 25-day course is the first under the Zijin Akyem Rising Initiative (ZARI), run with the Akyem Vocational and Technical Institute (AVTI) in the Eastern …
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has designated October as Sustainability and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, combining its focus on responsible mining with efforts to promote health and well-being. The initiative seeks to highlight the mining industry’s role in sustainable development while promoting environmental stewardship, social responsibility and good governance. Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber, …
