Lands and Mines Watch Ghana commends Minister for transparent, lawful approach to Damang Mine lease expiry
Lands and Mines Watch Ghana has commended the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, for what it describes as a decisive, transparent and legally grounded handling of the impending expiration of the Damang Mine lease. The organisation said the Minister's approach reflects a strong commitment to due process and the protection of Ghana's national interest in the extractive sector, particularly the activation of provisions under the Minerals and Mining (General) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2176).
Lands and Mines Watch Ghana highlighted the Ministry's decision to initiate a competitive tendering process ahead of the lease expiry, noting that the move aligns with regulatory requirements and global best practices in mineral resource governance. The organisation said the issuance of formal notices to interested parties, alongside the commencement of an independent technical and financial assessment, further strengthens the credibility and integrity of the process. These steps, it noted, send a strong signal to both domestic and international investors that Ghana remains a stable, predictable, and transparent mining jurisdiction.
Lands and Mines Watch Ghana urged the Ministry to sustain the transparent process through to its conclusion, stressing that the final award must reflect the best interests of the Ghanaian people. The Damang Mine has in recent months come under focus as its lease nears expiration, raising questions about continuity, ownership, and the future of operations.
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Lands and Mines Watch Ghana has praised the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources for his handling of the Damang Mine lease expiry. The organisation cited a commitment to due process and protecting Ghana's national interest - but what does this mean for the mine's future?
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