The Government of Ghana has initiated a broad consultation process to revise its national mining policy and the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), aiming to modernize the legal framework for the sector.
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources announced that the Minerals Commission is leading stakeholder engagements to review the 2014 Mining Policy and Act 703, which have guided the sector for nearly 20 years.
This policy overhaul comes amid changing global dynamics, including climate change, the energy transition, and the growing relevance of transition minerals like lithium and rare earths.
Recent political shifts following the 2024 general elections, which brought the NDC back into power, have also influenced the urgency for reform in Ghana’s mineral governance.
Authorities say the goal is to align mining regulation with sustainable practices, green energy demands, and increased local economic benefits, especially in artisanal and small-scale mining.
The Ministry stressed that this review reflects a strategic repositioning of the sector, not just a legal update, as Ghana aims to become a responsible and competitive player in global mineral supply chains.
Stakeholders—including industry experts, civil society, academia, and the public—are being invited to contribute feedback on issues like environmental protection, fiscal regimes, land use, gender equity, and innovation.
Public submissions can be sent via email or delivered to the Minerals Commission’s head office in Accra, with details provided in the ministry’s press release.
The Commission emphasized that contributions will directly influence the development of a forward-looking, inclusive, and resilient mining sector for Ghana.
This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to updating outdated frameworks and ensuring that Ghana’s mineral wealth serves national development goals in a changing world.