Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP), has positioned the country as a prime destination for mining investment, assuring global investors that Ghana remains politically stable, legally secure and economically attractive.
Addressing participants at the Ghana Day event during the 2026 Mining Indaba Conference in South Africa on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 the Minister urged investors to consider Ghana as their preferred mining hub.
He highlighted the country’s strong democratic track record and regulatory certainty as key pillars underpinning investor confidence.
According to Mr Buah, Ghana’s long history of hosting major international mining companies demonstrate the country’s capacity to support profitable and sustainable operations.
He stressed that the government remains committed to protecting investments through a predictable legal framework anchored on the rule of law and the sanctity of contracts.
He noted that Ghana’s legal regime provides robust safeguards, including stability agreements to protect investors from retroactive policy changes, guarantees of accrued rights and tax exemptions on selected imported mining equipment.
The Minister further outlined reforms aimed at enhancing competitiveness within the sector. He cited the recent removal of the tax on exploration as evidence of government’s resolve to encourage new investments and support project viability.
Ghana’s fiscal framework, he explained, balances attractive investor returns with national development priorities through capital allowances and clear carry-forward provisions.
Seeking to reassure stakeholders, the lands minister pointed to the strength of Ghana’s institutions, describing them as dependable and capable of sustaining a thriving mining industry.
He emphasised that Ghana is not merely seeking capital inflows, but long-term partnerships built on ethics, innovation and shared value.
“Our doors are open, the data is available, and the opportunity is now,” he stated, inviting investors to explore opportunities in the country’s mineral-rich landscape.
The Minister added that the government was keen on partnerships that transform communities and strengthen the broader mining ecosystem, ensuring benefits for both investors and citizens.
His address was well received by industry leaders and investors attending the conference, with the Ghana Day event serving as a platform for high-level networking and business discussions.
On the sidelines of the conference, Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah also held meetings with fellow ministers, policymakers and key financial institutions, including the African Finance Corporation, AngloGold, Newmont, Goldfields, President of the US-Africa Chamber of Commerce and Afreximbank.
The discussions focused on promoting sustainable mining practices and securing support for Ghana’s Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme, an initiative aimed at curbing illegal mining and enhancing productivity in the sector.
Ghana’s participation in this year’s Mining Indaba underscores its renewed drive to attract responsible investment while strengthening sustainability and value creation within the mining industry.
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