The Upper East Region has discovered gold and other mineral deposits in several local villages.
Approximately seven out of the fifteen District Assemblies and Municipalities have reported gold deposits.
Upper East Regional Minister Donatus Akamugri Atanga made this announcement during a press conference on Saturday, March 29, at the proposed Bolgatanga Airport site.
According to the minister, constructing the Bolgatanga Airport will facilitate the transportation of mining goods across the country for miners and gold buyers.
