+233 030 277 1318
+233 030 277 2783
info@mincom.gov.gh
Minerals House
#12 Switchback Road
Residential Area
Cantonment - Accra
GL- 060 -1131
Ghana Reaffirms Position as a Premier Mining Investment Destination at Indaba 2026
Ghana reaffirmed its status as a leading destination for responsible and sustainable mining investment at the annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, underscoring its commitment to strong governance, transparent regulation, and long-term industry partnerships.
On Monday, February 9, 2026, a high-level Ghanaian delegation, led by Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, and joined by Mr. Isaac Tandoh, Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission, participated in the conference’s opening ceremony at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The delegation later engaged with stakeholders at the Ghana Pavilion, which showcased key institutions and companies including the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC), Cardinal Resources, and The Ghana Chamber of Mines, among others.
On the sidelines of the event, the delegation held strategic meetings with ministers, ambassadors, high commissioners, and industry leaders, focusing on strengthening bilateral partnerships and exploring new strategic opportunities for the sector.
Hon. Buah met with senior leadership from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to advance strategic collaboration in the development of Ghana’s mineral resources. Discussions centered on mobilizing long-term financing for priority gold, bauxite, and iron ore projects, with a focus on value addition and regional supply chain enhancement. The Minister also presented Ghana’s formalization initiative, the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP), and invited Afreximbank to support a proposed pan-African ministerial forum aimed at promoting policy harmonization and creating a more coherent investment environment across the continent.
The Minister also held discussions with Mr. Samaila Zubairu, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), exploring ways to boost collaboration in mobilizing capital for Ghana’s mineral sector and Africa’s broader resource potential. Their engagement focused on advancing priority projects in bauxite, gold, and iron ore, emphasizing value addition, project financing, and mechanisms to de-risk large-scale investments in support of Ghana’s industrialization agenda. Hon. Buah underscored the importance of aligning financing, infrastructure, and policy to maximize national benefits and proposed hosting a ministerial convening in Ghana to enhance policy harmony, cross-border cooperation, and the development of sustainable mineral value chains across Africa.
Further strengthening investor engagement, the Lands Minister addressed the Australian Mining in Africa reception forum, where he reaffirmed Ghana’s dedication to stable and transparent mining partnerships. He highlighted the country’s robust regulatory framework, democratic governance, and business-friendly environment, emphasizing Ghana’s preference for long-term partnerships. He outlined new investment opportunities in exploration, processing, and green technologies, and announced tax waivers for exploration activities to enhance the investment climate. The forum reinforced the growing strength of Ghana–Australia mining relations.
Throughout the various meetings, the delegation emphasized Ghana’s commitment to building mutually beneficial, long-term partnerships with global investors. They highlighted key areas for collaboration, including advanced geological exploration, mineral value addition, and development of critical mineral value chains. Ghana’s readiness to adopt green and innovative mining technologies was presented alongside recent policy measures and incentives designed to stimulate exploration while upholding strong regulatory oversight.
Supporting this vision, Mr. Tandoh reiterated the Minerals Commission’s pivotal role in facilitating responsible mineral development. He underscored the Commission’s commitment to transparent licensing, effective monitoring, and strict enforcement of environmental, safety, and operational standards. He was accompanied by members of the Commission’s Board, led by the Chairman, Amb. William Ntow Boahene (Esq.).
The first day of Mining Indaba 2026 concluded with renewed confidence in Ghana’s mining governance. The Minerals Commission reaffirmed its dedication to working closely with the Ministry and international partners to advance a sustainable, well-regulated, and competitive mining sector.
END
