Also known as: MinCom · The Minerals Commission
Ghana's Minerals Commission — government agency overseeing mining regulation, including wage standards for contractors, allocation of mining blocks, and combating illegal mining.
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Daily Guide
… The trouble started in April 2026 when the Minerals Commission recommended the revocation. …
Adamus Lease Revocation: Apply Same Rules For Galamsey, Big Mines – Retired MinerThe Chronicle
… The clarification follows the government’s decision to uphold the revocation of Adamus’ mining leases and place the mine under the administrative control of the Minerals Commission. …
Adamus mining assets not for sale after lease revocation – GovernmentJoy Online
… It continued that it is engaged solely in expanded exploration works, not illegal mining. “Our activities are conducted under a valid Mining License issued by the Minerals Commission after fulfilling all statutory requirements. …
We are not mining in Draw River Forest Reserve – Betterland Ghana LimitedJoy Online
… In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the Ministry said the decision to revoke the leases was purely regulatory and followed findings by the Minerals Commission of breaches of Ghana’s mining laws, regulatory requirements and financial obligations. …
Adamus assets not for sale despite mining lease revocation – Lands Ministry clarifiesJoy Online
… The dispute dates back to April 2026, when the minister, acting on the recommendation of the Minerals Commission, revoked three mining leases covering the Akango, Salman and Nkroful concessions. …
Adamus Resources challenges mining lease revocation, accuses government of unlawful processDaily Guide
… The Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah who announced this, therefore directed the Minerals Commission to take immediate administrative control of the mine. …
Minerals Commission Takes Over Adamus ResourcesThe Chronicle
The government has upheld the revocation of the mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited and directed the Minerals Commission to assume immediate administrative control of the mine as part of measures to revive operations and protect jobs. …
Government Takes Over Adamus Resources’ MineJoy Online
The Minerals Commission is set to take immediate administrative control of the Adamus Mine at Salman in the Ellembelle District after the government upheld the revocation of Adamus Resources’ mining lease. …
Minerals Commission to take immediate control of Adamus Mine after lease revocation upheldJoy Online
… The Minister’s final determination brings to a close a review process that was initiated after the Minister, acting on the recommendation of the Minerals Commission, revoked the Akango, Salman and Nkroful mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited in April 2026. …
Minister upholds revocation of Adamus Resources mining leases following independent committee reviewJoy Online
A recent study conducted by Solidaridad West Africa and the Minerals Commission across four mining communities, Pameng, Asamang, Akwaboaso and Abrenya, in the Atiwa West District of the Eastern Region has revealed that school children are increasingly abandoning classrooms for mi …
Illegal mining pulling Ghana’s school children out of classrooms and into hazardous labourGhana 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.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
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.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
The National Sand and Stone and Tipper Drivers Association has rejected a proposed 70 per cent increase in sand and gravel loading charges by NASSTTU Sand Winners, calling it unjustified and potentially harmful to truck drivers, customers and the construction industry. The association is urging authorities to suspend and review the increase, and has raised concerns about alleged assault and harassment of its members by NAIMOS officers.
11 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Minerals Commission is developing minimum wage and tender benchmarks for contract mining firms to prevent underbidding and protect worker pay, as the country requires miners to shift surface operations to Ghanaian-owned contractors and underground operations to joint ventures with at least 50% local ownership by December 31.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has told boards and management of state-owned enterprises that survival is no longer acceptable as success, demanding stronger performance and financial discipline. He reported that five SOEs recorded losses every year from 2021 to 2025, while other state entities recorded an aggregate deficit of $10.48 billion in 2025, up from $2.40 billion in 2024.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
At the 2026 Africa Down Under Summit in Perth, Ghana's representatives presented the country's fast-growing critical minerals sector to Australian investors, emphasizing opportunities in lithium, bauxite, iron ore and base metals while positioning Ghana as a stable, reform-driven hub for the global energy transition and moving beyond traditional gold production to value-added mining.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A mining dispute in Gbane, Talensi District, between Nanlamtaaba Enterprise and Earl International Group Ghana Gold Limited has created tension for over eight weeks, with community leaders warning the situation could degenerate into violence. The Alliance for Gbane Development alleged armed security guards assaulted three youths and cited restraint among residents as having limits, calling on the State to intervene.
6 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Adamus Resources Limited has welcomed Ghana's government decision to provide a pathway for resolving issues at the company's mine. The company, Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, and Minerals Commission will develop a twelve-month roadmap for mine turnaround, supervised by a six-member management team with equal representation from Adamus and Government.
1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana is engaging multiple foreign powers—Russia, the US, China, the EU, and the UK—in negotiations over trade, investment, energy, defence, and mineral exploration, reflecting a strategy of diplomatic diversification rather than alignment with a single partner. The article examines how Ghana uses its resources and strategic position to bargain with competing powers while managing the risk of shifting dependence rather than achieving genuine autonomy.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor has defended the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, crediting former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia with conceiving the policy during post-COVID economic difficulties. The programme, formally launched on June 17, 2021, involved the Bank of Ghana purchasing gold locally from licensed aggregators and mining companies to strengthen gold reserves and augment foreign exchange reserves.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abdulai Jinapor credited Ghana's significant gold export earnings in 2024 to the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, under which large-scale mining companies were required from November 2023 to sell 20 per cent of their refined gold to the Bank of Ghana before exporting the remainder, while licensed small-scale miners and Community Mining Schemes were required to sell to the government through the Precious Minerals Marketing Company.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Adamus Resources Limited welcomes a government decision to provide a pathway for resolving issues at the company and restoring the mine to sustainable operations. Under an agreed framework, Adamus, the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, and the Minerals Commission will develop a twelve-month roadmap, with a six-member joint management team supervising implementation.
31 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Minerals Commission has demarcated 13 blocked-out areas across the country for allocation to Ghanaians interested in small-scale mining, aiming to provide legal concessions and curb illegal mining activities that threaten the environment.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minerals Commission has identified 13 mining block areas across the country as legal alternatives for small-scale miners operating in prohibited areas, particularly near water bodies, as part of a strategy to combat illegal mining through enforcement and regulated access to mineral-bearing zones.
31 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Minerals Commission has cautioned the public against individuals and unauthorised groups offering jobs or promising to facilitate recruitment in exchange for money. The Commission stressed that recruitment into the public service is free and that it only advertises opportunities through national newspapers, its official website, verified social media platforms and recognised news portals.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Over 50 acres of farmland cultivated with maize, groundnuts, pepper and cassava have been destroyed by sand-winning activities at Tsumkpo in the Shai Osudoku District of the Greater Accra Region. Affected farmers report destroyed crops, degraded farmland and livelihoods put at risk, while the Assembly Member says operators' permits covered a different location and had expired, though the District Chief Executive disputes the Assembly's involvement in granting permission.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Luckiest claimed first and second place in swimming at the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026, with McDan Group taking third and The Chosen Hospital & Fertility Centre fourth. The tournament featured 34 participating companies competing across sporting events.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
SIC beat Heritage Christian University 3–2 on penalties in a closely contested match, while NPA defeated Minerals Commission 2–0 with a clean sheet in the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 JoySports Invitational Tournament will bring together companies and participants for a full day of competition, fitness, entertainment and networking at the University of Ghana, featuring football and several other sporting disciplines.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Newmont Ahafo South Mine has commissioned a GH₵28 million multipurpose sports complex in Kenyasi featuring an AstroTurf pitch, athletics track, and spectator facilities, aimed at developing local youth talent and promoting health in host communities including Kenyasi No. 1, Kenyasi No. 2, and Ntotroso.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has proposed that Ghana formalize, incentivize and support small-scale miners to grow into medium-scale operators as a solution to tackling illegal mining. He noted that small-scale miners now produce more than 52% of Ghana's gold and argued that providing them with access to affordable finance, modern equipment, geological data and security of tenure would enable them to scale up, employ more people, pay more royalties and adopt more environmentally responsible mining practices.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Minister-designate Mahama Ayariga has called for stronger collaboration between government and mining regulators, including the Environmental Protection Agency and Minerals Commission, to ensure small-scale mining is conducted legally and responsibly. He pledged to prioritise engagement with relevant agencies to improve monitoring and compliance, and emphasised the importance of environmental reclamation by mining operators.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Mahama Ayariga, Minister-designate for Local Government, has called for the deployment of mining engineers to every district to strengthen monitoring and regulation of small-scale and artisanal mining activities and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Mahama Ayariga, minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, says small-scale miners must be required to restore lands affected by their operations. He proposed increased investment in the Environmental Protection Agency and Minerals Commission to strengthen monitoring of mining activities across the country.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Hundreds of Tarkwa residents demonstrated in solidarity with GoldFields Ghana Limited, calling on the government to renew the company's mining lease, which expires in April 2027. The residents cited the company's three decades of investment in infrastructure, education, healthcare, employment and livelihood development as grounds for renewal.
27 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Residents and community representatives of Tarkwa have petitioned the government to renew Gold Fields Ghana Limited's five mining leases before they expire in April 2027. The petition, submitted through the Minerals Commission to the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, urges early approval of the company's November 2025 renewal application to provide certainty for the mine's employees, contractors, and dependent businesses.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minerals Commission has commissioned a GH¢28 million multipurpose sports complex in Kenyasi, Asutifi North District, aimed at accelerating sports development in communities affected by Newmont Ahafo South Mine operations. The facility includes an AstroTurf football pitch, athletics track, spectator stands, and floodlights for evening fixtures.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The District Chief Executive for Bosomtwe has denied allegations by Assembly Members that he is colluding with illegal miners in the district. The Assembly Members claim illegal mining is ongoing in communities including Beposo, Yaase, Adwafo, Amakom and Konkoma, and have threatened to petition President Mahama and pursue a vote of no confidence against the DCE.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The official draw for the JoySports Invitational football tournament was held on Wednesday, August 29, 2026, at Joy Prime studios, revealing matchups for the opening round with 34 corporate teams competing for the trophy.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Gold Fields reported an 81% rise in half-year profit driven by higher gold prices and output, but said uncertainty over the renewal of its Tarkwa mine leases in Ghana—which expire in April 2027—is weighing on the company's valuation and share price. The company submitted a renewal application in November 2025 and has yet to receive a formal response, though it said it is considering all available options including exercising legal rights under the leases.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene has called for continuity in governance, arguing that Ghana's development must not restart after every change of government and that successive administrations should complete and sustain projects inherited from previous ones regardless of which party initiated them.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →