Exploring Ghana’s Next Energy Frontier: The Voltaian Basin Oil Project and Its Promise for Onshore Petroleum Development
Ghana’s energy future is poised for a significant transformation due to the groundbreaking exploration activities…
Exploring Ghana’s Next Energy Frontier: The Voltaian Basin Oil Project and Its Promise for Onshore Petroleum Development
Ghana’s energy future is poised for a significant transformation due to the groundbreaking exploration activities in the Voltaian Basin. As mineral-rich and promising, this basin offers immense potential for oil discovery and development, positioning Ghana as a notable player in West Africa’s energy landscape. The upcoming phases of the Voltaian Basin exploration signal an exciting…
Cracking Down or Cutting Off? The Revocation of 278 Small-Scale Mining Licences and Its Implications for Ghana’s ASM Sector
On 23rd October 2025, the Government of Ghana took a stark and decisive step: it revoked 278 small-scale mining (ASM) licences across the country. Announced by Hon. Emmanuel Armah‑Kofi Buah, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, the move forms part of a broader crackdown on unregulated mining operations and environmental degradation in Ghana’s ASM…
Mining 4.0 in Ghana: Assessing the Readiness for Artificial Intelligence and Automation
Introduction Ghana’s mining industry stands at a crucial crossroads. As the world moves towards digital advancements, Mining 4.0 offers remarkable enhancements in efficiency and safety. This modern approach highlights the importance of incorporating cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and extensive data analysis. To fully leverage these innovations, Ghana…
GoldBod: A Game Changer or Another Layer in Ghana’s ASM Puzzle?
Ghana has long taken pride in being a leading gold producer in Africa. However, much of its artisanal and small-scale mining sector (ASM) has operated in the shadows — with loopholes, environmental damage, and a weak grip on revenue lost to smuggling. When Ghana’s Parliament passed the GoldBod Act in 2025, the mood in Accra…
Starting Right: The First Steps to Acquiring a Mining License in Ghana
Mining in Ghana is often painted in bold strokes of golden opportunity and untapped potential. But behind every successful concession, every gleaming ounce of refined gold, and every multinational footprint lies a quieter, often overlooked journey — the first steps of acquiring a mining license. For many aspiring investors, whether local entrepreneurs or foreign companies,…
The Environmental Cost of Illegal Mining — and the Path to Recovery
The environmental damage caused by illegal mining in Ghana is undeniable, yet forward-looking initiatives are showing a way toward restoration. Illegal gold mining — locally known as galamsey — has for years wreaked havoc in southern Ghana, particularly in resource-rich regions such as the Upper Offin sub-basin. Once renowned for their dense forests and thriving…
