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Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources Leads Ghana’s Delegation to Canada
The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for the Bole-Bamboi Constituency, Hon. Yusif Sulemana, led Ghana’s delegation, comprising officials from the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources as well as the Board and Management of the Minerals Commission, to the 94th Annual Convention of the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) 2026.
The PDAC Convention is a premier global gathering for leaders in mineral exploration and development, dedicated to promoting a competitive, responsible, and sustainable international mining sector.
On the sidelines of the convention, Hon. Sulemana held a bilateral meeting with Global Affairs Canada to discuss the longstanding partnership between Ghana and Canada. He underscored the importance of mutual cooperation over the years and emphasized the value of strengthening collaboration and fostering shared development.
Hon. Sulemana also participated in a roundtable session at the International Mines Ministers Summit, held under the theme “Aligning Priorities: National Producer–Consumer Strategies for the Future of Minerals.” He highlighted progressive developments in Ghana’s mining sector, including the ongoing review of regulatory and policy frameworks to align with emerging global standards, efforts to deepen value retention through resource beneficiation, and measures aimed at safeguarding the investment climate for improved returns.
The Deputy Minister further led Ghana’s participation in the Opportunity Africa Spotlight, a high-profile event within the record-breaking PDAC 2026 convention that convened African governments to discuss the continent’s mining future. Discussions centred on building genuine partnerships to transform the sector while ensuring shared prosperity for African resource producers and global consumers. This year’s edition reinforced Africa’s vital role in the global minerals economy amid rising demand for critical minerals, with particular emphasis on shifting from raw mineral extraction to local beneficiation – an approach projected to generate up to USD 24 billion in annual GDP and create 2.3 million jobs across the continent.
In a bilateral meeting with Hon. Anthony Mavunde, Minister for Minerals of the Republic of Tanzania, the two ministers exchanged perspectives on mineral resource management and explored potential areas of cooperation.
Hon. Sulemana also joined the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) Closing Bell Ceremony and Reception, a prestigious event hosted at the TMX Market Centre in downtown Toronto. The ceremony provided significant visibility, networking opportunities, and a symbolic celebration of corporate achievements. The Deputy Minister engaged directly with capital market experts, corporate executives, and industry leaders during the event.
Accompanied by the Chief Director of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, Board Members, and Deputy Chief Executive Officers of the Minerals Commission, Hon. Sulemana visited Ghana’s investment promotion booth. There, he joined Commission officials in interacting with investors and visitors, showcasing Ghana’s mining prospects and reinforcing the country’s position as a premier destination for mining investment.
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