Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to stable, transparent and mutually beneficial mining partnerships, urging Australian investors to deepen collaboration as the country advances a sustainable and value-driven minerals development agenda.
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, made the call at the Australian Mining in Africa reception forum held in Cape Town, where he highlighted Ghana’s long-standing position as a leading mining jurisdiction on the continent.
Referencing Ghana’s historic identity as the “Gold Coast,” the Minister said the country’s mining success is built on decades of experience, institutional stability and policy certainty.
“At the heart of Ghana’s success is stability and certainty,” Hon. Buah said, pointing to the country’s democratic governance, respect for the rule of law and predictable business environment as key investment strengths.
He underscored the strong bilateral relationship between Ghana and Australia, particularly in mining, agriculture and education, and noted that Ghana’s mining sector operates within a robust constitutional, legal and regulatory framework that vests mineral resources in the state on behalf of the people.
According to the Minister, Ghana views mining investors as long-term development partners rather than short-term profit seekers, an approach he said underpins government policy and engagement with the private sector.
Hon. Buah outlined opportunities for Australian firms in geological exploration, mineral processing, green mining technologies, lithium and other critical minerals. He further announced that the government has waived taxes on mineral exploration as part of efforts to improve the investment climate and signal openness to strategic partnerships.
Australia’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Ambassador Tegan Brink, welcomed the growing collaboration between Australian and African mining industries, noting that Australian companies have invested more than US$40 billion across Africa.
The forum concluded with a shared commitment to deepen Australia–Africa mining cooperation, with Ghana positioning itself as a stable, reliable and forward-looking destination for sustainable mining investment.
Story by Sheila Otuo – Baffour