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Group Backs Armah Buah on Damang Transparency

By: Elliot Sarpong

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Lands and Mines Watch Ghana has commended the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, for what it describes as a transparent, decisive, and legally grounded approach in handling the transition of the Damang Mine lease.
In a press release signed by its Executive Director, Kwame Owusu Danso, the group praised the Minister’s proactive steps in initiating a competitive tendering process in line with the Minerals and Mining (General) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2176). According to the statement, this move reflects a strong commitment to due process, regulatory compliance, and the protection of Ghana’s national interest in the extractive sector.
The group further highlighted the issuance of formal notices to interested parties and the commencement of an independent technical and financial assessment as key measures that enhance the credibility of the process. It noted that these steps align with global best practices in mineral resource governance and reinforce Ghana’s reputation as a stable and transparent mining jurisdiction.
Lands and Mines Watch Ghana indicated that the approach adopted by the Ministry is critical to safeguarding jobs and sustaining local economies within host communities, while also ensuring maximum value from the country’s mineral resources. The group added that the process promotes accountability, competitive efficiency in the allocation of mining rights, and supports greater Ghanaian participation in the sector. Read Also: GoldBod Introduces Stricter Gold Export Procedures-1
While reaffirming its commitment to transparency and fairness, the organization recommended E&P as a credible and capable entity for consideration in the Damang lease bidding process, citing its technical expertise, operational efficiency, and alignment with Ghana’s local content objectives.
The group urged the Ministry to maintain the current level of transparency throughout the process and ensure that the final decision reflects the best interests of the Ghanaian people.
Lands and Mines Watch Ghana reiterated its commitment to supporting policies and actions that promote responsible resource governance, investor confidence, and sustainable national development. http://www.ghanaweb.com

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