Also known as: GGSA
Ghana Geological Survey Authority — government body overseeing national seismic monitoring, geological data management, and surveys for mining and resource evaluation.
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… He explained that the Institute intends to build on the momentum surrounding the implementation of the Geological Survey Authority’s legislative instrument to advance the proposed legislation. …
GhIG pushes for legislation to regulate geoscientists’ activitiesJoy Online
… The Ghanaian delegation included Minerals Commission Chief Executive Isaac Tandoh, Ghana Geological Survey Authority Director-General Dr Prosper Aduah Akaba and GIISDEC Chief Executive Officer Williams Okofo Dartey.
Ghana, China deepen cooperation on galamsey and mining sectorJoy Online
… They met Minister Kofi Buah, senior Ministry officials and representatives of the Minerals Commission, Forestry Commission, Lands Commission and Ghana Geological Survey Authority. …
Adamus: From regulatory deadlock to a roadmap for recovery—Kay Codjoe writesJoy Online
… The policy engagement, held in Accra, brought together officials of the Ministry and representatives of agencies under it, including the Minerals Commission, Forestry Commission, Lands Commission and Ghana Geological Survey Authority. …
Lands Minister backs calls for strategic investor to revive VALCOJoy Online
… Ghana’s Minerals Commission and the Ghana Geological Survey Authority; an MoU on Diplomatic Training; an Agreement on Cooperation in Vocational Training; a Cooperation Agreement on Academic Scholarships, Internships and the Sharing of Expertise; an MoU on Sports; and an MoU on Ar …
Ghana, Morocco sign 11 accords to deepen strategic partnershipJoy Online
… This follows GoldBod’s earlier announcement that its Mining Support Unit would partner with the Ghana Geological Survey Authority and Minerals Commission to conduct geological exploration for ASM. …
Amend Section 25 of GoldBod Act to protect institutional mandates, prevent financial loss – APLJoy Online
Ghana has significantly strengthened its earthquake monitoring and disaster preparedness capabilities with the commissioning of an upgraded National Seismic Monitoring Network by the Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) under the auspices of the Ministry of Lands and Natural …
Lands Minister strengthens earthquake monitoring with upgraded national seismic networkJoy Online
The Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bentley Systems International Limited, operating through its geoscience division, Seequent, to strengthen Ghana’s digital geoscience capabilities and modernise geological data managem …
GGSA, Bentley Systems sign MoU to advance digital geoscience capacity in GhanaJoy Online
… He added that the project is being implemented in collaboration with key technical partners, particularly the Ghana Geological Survey Authority. …
GIISDEC to launch data centre to boost transparency and traceabilityJoy Online
Some communities in the Amansie Central and Adansi North Districts of the Ashanti Region have thrown their weight behind the Ghana Gold Board and the Ghana Geological Survey Authority over an ongoing geological survey aimed at identifying mineralised zones for responsible coopera …
GoldBod wins community backing for responsible mining support program in Ashanti RegionThe Ghana Institute of Geoscientists has prepared a draft bill for Parliament to regulate geoscience practice, enforce professional standards, and ensure ethical conduct. The institute also calls for dedicated geoscience desks at local assemblies to assess land suitability before construction permits are issued, particularly in flood-prone areas.
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The Ghana Institute of Geoscientists has prepared a draft bill for Parliament to regulate geoscience practice, enforce professional standards, and ensure ethical conduct. The institute also calls for dedicated geoscience desks at local assemblies to assess land suitability before construction permits are issued, particularly in flood-prone areas.
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Ghana and China have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the fight against illegal mining, geological exploration, and responsible investment, with discussions on how to ensure Chinese nationals and companies meet standards in Ghana's mining sector. The cooperation will also cover green mining, environmental protection, technology transfer, geological surveys and mapping.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Adamus Resources dispute reflects broader regulatory and environmental challenges in Ghana's mining sector. The Lands and Natural Resources Minister reported 8,900 hectares of forest reserves completely degraded, 258 arrests, and 200 excavators seized, while government proposes reducing large-scale mining lease duration from 30 to 20 years and strengthening mining communities' voice in licensing.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Lands and Natural Resources Minister says VALCO is operating unsustainably below capacity and the government should seek a strategic investor to rehabilitate the smelter and help develop an integrated aluminium industry.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Morocco have signed 11 cooperation agreements covering aviation, trade, education, mining, sports and scientific research to strengthen bilateral relations. The agreements were signed during the Second Session of the Ghana-Morocco Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation in Accra.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Policy think tank Africa Policy Lens is calling for an urgent amendment of Section 25 of the Ghana Gold Board Act to protect the mandates of mining sector institutions and prevent financial losses from duplicated functions. APL warned that GoldBod is encroaching on mandates already assigned to other state institutions, including the Minerals Commission, NAELP, Forestry Commission, and GLRSSMP.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has commissioned an upgraded National Seismic Monitoring Network under the Ghana Geological Survey Authority to strengthen earthquake monitoring and disaster preparedness with real-time seismic data transmission capabilities. The Lands Minister highlighted seismic risks to critical infrastructure including Tema Harbour, Kotoka International Airport, and the Akosombo Dam, and announced mandatory seismic assessments for building permits.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Geological Survey Authority has signed a one-year memorandum of understanding with Bentley Systems International Limited to enhance digital geoscience capabilities and modernise geological data management. The agreement includes access to advanced geological modelling software, specialised training, and will enable GGSA's technical teams to improve geological interpretation, visualisation, and resource evaluation.
15 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC) will launch a data centre within the next month to improve data management, enhance regulatory oversight, and strengthen transparency in the industrial materials value chain. The facility will serve as a central platform for storing and managing information to support the promotion and regulated sale of industrial materials, implemented in collaboration with the Ghana Geological Survey Authority.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Communities in Amansie Central and Adansi North Districts have endorsed a geological survey funded by the Ghana Gold Board and conducted by the Geological Survey Authority to identify mineralised zones for responsible cooperative and community mining. The GoldBod plans to provide mining equipment, technical support, and guaranteed market access to support small-scale mining operations.
22 May 2026 · Joy Online →