The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, , has emphatically stated that he will be hesitant to extend mining leases to companies that do not actively contribute to the country's development.
This statement was made during a meeting with the management of Goldfields Ghana Limited on Friday, February 21, 2025, in Accra.
The minister emphasized the government's commitment to channeling mining benefits into community development and enhancing local content capacity.
He stressed, "We want mining companies to understand and appreciate their responsibilities to host communities." acknowledged Goldfields as a vital partner in Ghana's mining sector.
