Also known as: RCOMSDEP
Government programme promoting formalised artisanal and small-scale mining in Ghana through cooperative groups, registration, and skills training to reduce illegal mining.
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The Chronicle
… The Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (RCOMSDEP) is a national initiative that empowers mining cooperatives and small-scale miners through training, innovation, and responsible practices. …
The August 6 tragedy and Ghana’s Galamsey fight: Any lessons learnt?The Chronicle
… The appeal comes after officials from the Minerals Commission and the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) completed the registration of mining cooperatives in Nkaseim, following directives from the Lands Minister. …
Nkaseim Residents Warn Contractor To Stay Off Community Mining ConcessionJoy Online
… The Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP), a government initiative under the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources to promote responsible mining, was presented to the traditional ruler at his palace. …
‘We cannot trade our future for present needs’: Awulae Kwasi Amakye backs rCOMSDEP’s responsible mining agendaJoy Online
… oncerns about the roles of natural resource institutions with direct mandates,” adding that GoldBod’s upstream expansion under the guise of funding “undermines the Ministry of Lands & Natural Resources and agencies such as the Minerals Commission, Forestry Commission and RCOMSDEP …
Amend Section 25 of GoldBod Act to protect institutional mandates, prevent financial loss – APLJoy Online
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources is replacing illegal mining operations in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region with a Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme. …
Gov’t replaces illegal mining with cooperative scheme in EllembelleJoy Online
… On sustainability, Mr Buah reiterated government’s commitment to tackling illegal mining through the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) aimed at formalising community mining and creating responsible investment opportunities. …
Lands Minister woos global mining investors to GhanaJoy Online
As part of the ongoing nationwide registration of small-scale and artisanal miners, the rCOMSDEP team deployed to the Northern Region has paid a courtesy call on Northern Regional Minister, Ali Adolf John. …
rCOMSDEP engages Northern Regional Minister on small-scale miners registration driveJoy Online
Training for cooperative groups has officially begun in Ellembelle, representing another significant milestone in the nationwide implementation of the rCOMSDEP initiative. …
rCOMSDEP training for cooperative groups begins in EllembelleJoy Online
The National Coordinator of the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (RCOMSDEP), Ama Mawusi Mawuenyefia, has identified greed as a central driver of illegal mining activities in the country, known as galamsey. …
RCOMSDEP Coordinator identifies greed as a major cause of galamseyJoy Online
The National Coordinator of the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (RCOMSDEP), Ama Mawusi Mawuenyefia, has described the Mahama administration’s approach to combating illegal mining (galamsey) as holistic, structured, and multi-dimensional. …
RCOMSDEP Coordinator says galamsey fight is holistic and multi-prongedOn August 6, 2025, a helicopter carrying eight Ghanaians—including the Defence and Environment ministers—crashed while travelling to an event in Obuasi aimed at confronting illegal mining. One year later, the article reflects on the tragedy and what lessons the country has learnt in its efforts to combat galamsey, which continues to ravage natural resources.
22 hours ago · The Chronicle →
On August 6, 2025, a helicopter carrying eight Ghanaians—including the Defence and Environment ministers—crashed while travelling to an event in Obuasi aimed at confronting illegal mining. One year later, the article reflects on the tragedy and what lessons the country has learnt in its efforts to combat galamsey, which continues to ravage natural resources.
22 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Chiefs and residents of Nkaseim in Asutifi South District have warned a road contractor to stay away from their community cooperative mining concession, alleging that some influential individuals and local leaders are attempting to dispose of portions to private interests. The community has appealed to the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources to investigate and ensure the concession remains under community control.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Paramount Chief of Western Nzema has endorsed rCOMSDEP, a government programme to promote responsible mining and end illegal mining. He welcomed the initiative but warned against using it as cover for irresponsible mining and said his area will not permit mining until the right framework is in place.
27 June 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 →
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources is replacing illegal mining operations in the Ellembelle District with a Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme, aimed at reducing illegal mining's harm to communities and water bodies while helping youth transition to responsible, sustainable livelihoods. Small-scale miners are also developing the Anwiah Teleko Bokazo Responsible Cooperative Mining site on an abandoned pit, with government support.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, promoted Ghana to global mining companies at the United Nations Forum on Forests in New York, highlighting the country's mineral deposits, political stability, and legal frameworks. Ghana has attracted over $20 billion in mining investments over the past two decades and remains Africa's leading gold producer.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The rCOMSDEP team has met with Northern Regional Minister Ali Adolf John to coordinate a nationwide registration drive for small-scale and artisanal miners. The registration exercise aims to formalise the sector, improve oversight, reduce illegal mining, and protect the environment, with the minister affirming regional support for the initiative.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Training sessions for cooperative groups have begun in Ellembelle as part of the rCOMSDEP initiative to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining. The programme aims to equip participants with knowledge and skills in regulatory compliance, responsible mining practices, and organisational efficiency.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Coordinator of the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme identified greed as the central driver of illegal mining in Ghana, noting that rising global gold prices and pursuit of livelihood opportunities have intensified the problem.
25 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Coordinator of RCOMSDEP says the Mahama administration's approach to combating illegal mining combines regulation, community engagement, and alternative livelihood programmes, going beyond enforcement to address root causes. The government has brought together civil society and local communities, and as of April 2026, the campaign has intensified with new technological deployments and increased law enforcement operations.
25 April 2026 · Joy Online →