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The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has invited global investors to consider Ghana as the premier destination for ethical and profitable mining investment in Africa. Speaking at the 23rd Africa Down Under Conference in Perth, Australia, Minister Buah highlighted Ghana’s stability, promising environment, and rich mineral resources, making it an attractive hub for mining ventures.
“You can invest in Ghana with confidence, knowing that your investments are protected by a stable political environment and a government that upholds the principles of good governance, including the rule of law and the sanctity of contracts,” he said. Ghana has enjoyed three decades of peaceful political transitions, earning it the reputation as “a beacon of democracy in Africa”.
The Minister emphasized that Ghana is Africa’s leading gold producer, with over USD 20 billion in accumulated mining investments. Beyond gold, he urged investors to consider Ghana’s growing opportunities in other minerals critical to the global clean energy transition. The country boasts significant reserves of bauxite and iron ore, with over 1.5 billion tonnes of iron ore resources. Ongoing exploration for lithium and promising prospects for cobalt, copper, nickel, and zinc make Ghana an attractive destination for investors in the battery and technology industries.
Ghana’s stable political environment, rich mineral resources, supportive ecosystem, and value-added approach make it an ideal location for mining investment. The country’s mining ecosystem features over 200 engineering and service companies, and more than 500 active exploration projects. The government is committed to developing integrated industries from mining to refining and smelting, ensuring mining wealth benefits both communities and the nation.
With its attractive mining ecosystem and promising prospects for various minerals, Ghana is poised to be a leading destination for ethical and profitable mining investment in Africa. The Minister assured investors that Ghana offers a safe and stable environment, protected by a government that upholds good governance, the rule of law, and contract sanctity.
