Drones vs Traditional Surveying in Mining: Cost, Accuracy, and Safety Compared

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Surveying is a foundational activity in mining, underpinning exploration, mine planning, production tracking, and environmental compliance. For decades, traditional ground-based surveying has been the industry standard. However, advances in Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology are fundamentally changing how mining companies collect and use spatial data. As mines face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs,…

The Digital Prospector: How AI and Predictive Analytics Are Revolutionizing Mineral Exploration

miningNET2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

Global demand for critical minerals, the building blocks of clean energy systems and advanced technologies is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Yet paradoxically, the discovery rate of new, high-quality mineral deposits has been declining for decades. Traditional mineral exploration remains costly, time-consuming, and high-risk, heavily dependent on drilling-intensive campaigns and geological intuition. A fundamental shift…

Autonomous Mining Vehicles: Transforming Efficiency and Safety in African Mining

miningNET3 weeks ago3 weeks ago08 mins

Introduction Africa is one of the world’s most mineral-rich continents, hosting vast reserves of gold, copper, iron ore, bauxite, manganese, diamonds, lithium, cobalt, and other critical minerals essential to global industrial growth and the energy transition. From the gold belts of Ghana and Mali to the copper-rich regions of Zambia and the Democratic Republic of…

Mining Policies and Regulations in Ghana: A Complete Guide for Investors and Operators

miningNET4 weeks ago4 weeks ago25 mins

Introduction Ghana is one of Africa’s most established and investor-friendly mining jurisdictions. The country is a leading global gold producer and hosts commercially viable deposits of bauxite, manganese, diamonds, limestone, iron ore, and emerging critical minerals such as lithium. Mining is a major contributor to Ghana’s GDP, exports, and employment. However, all mineral resources are…

UAVs in Mining: How Drone Technology Is Transforming Safety, Surveying, and Operational Efficiency

miningNET4 weeks ago4 weeks ago35 mins

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) commonly known as drones are rapidly transforming the global mining industry. Once associated mainly with military and recreational use, UAVs have become indispensable tools for modern mining operations, enabling faster decision-making, improved safety, reduced costs, and stronger environmental compliance. As mining companies accelerate their transition toward Mining 4.0, drones are no…

Ghana’s Bauxite Industry: Growth, Value-Addition and Environmental Crossroads

miningNET1 month ago03 mins

Ghana is establishing itself as an important contender in the worldwide bauxite industry, utilising its significant reserves to enhance its overall aluminium production goals and economic diversification plans. The nation’s bauxite industry, primarily based around the Awaso mine in the Western North Region, has shown impressive growth and a resurgence of investor trust recently. In…

Exploring Ghana’s Next Energy Frontier: The Voltaian Basin Oil Project and Its Promise for Onshore Petroleum Development

miningNET3 months ago05 mins

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

miningNET3 months ago05 mins

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

miningNET3 months ago19 mins

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?

miningNET3 months ago05 mins

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…