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Gov’t approves “Minerals of the Future” policy for exploitation of lithium, other green minerals

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Gov’t approves “Minerals of the Future” policy for exploitation of lithium, other green minerals

Government has given the nod to a pioneering policy poised to redefine the nation’s role in the global minerals arena. Underlining its commitment to a sustainable future, the policy revolves around the exploitation, management, and regulation of “green minerals,” a cohort that includes lithium, cobalt, copper, and others.

The approved “Minerals of the Future” policy stands testament to Ghana’s proactive stance in positioning itself as a key player in the transition to cleaner energy sources. Notably, this policy’s purview extends beyond conventional resource management and delves into socio-economic considerations that could reshape the country’s economic landscape.

Under the stewardship of the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, the policy’s multifaceted approach is manifesting in legislative amendments that traverse the very core of Ghana’s mining framework. The revision of the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), is an audacious stride, signaling a sharp departure from the status quo and heralding a nuanced trajectory tailored for green minerals.

What truly sets this policy apart is its emphasis on recalibrating the economic calculus. A revision of the royalty regime is anticipated, one that unshackles the rates from traditional mineral models. Speculation abounds about the impending royalty rates, which are poised to be loftier than the conventional rates associated with Ghana’s gold mining. The message is clear: the intrinsic worth of green minerals, intricately woven into the clean energy tapestry, demands commensurate valuation.

Local participation emerges as another cardinal theme. Recognizing the imperative to enhance domestic involvement, the policy charts a course that seeks to empower local stakeholders in the value chain. The goal here is twofold: infusing Ghanaian influence into the green minerals narrative and propelling economic growth propelled by local engagement.

Crucially, Ghana’s policy proclaims an allegiance to equitable distribution of resources. The notion that the custodians of the resource – the people of Ghana – must reap tangible benefits underscores the policy’s commitment to fostering an inclusive mining landscape. This clarion call for just resource governance stands as a potent example of the country’s aspirations transcending the mere extraction of minerals.

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Not one to languish in bureaucratic quagmires, Minister Jinapor’s call for prompt implementation resonates. The expeditious progression from policy announcement to strategic rollout sends a resounding message about Ghana’s intent to expedite its journey toward sustainable mineral exploitation.

Ghana’s budding foray into the lithium exploration sphere is illustrative of its ambition. In a global lithium landscape valued at colossal figures, Ghana’s strategic foray into this space amplifies its commitment to anchoring itself as a formidable contender in the burgeoning green minerals sector.

In the crucible of climate imperatives, Ghana’s resolute policy pivot towards green minerals emerges as a beacon of hope. As the nation aspires to become a torchbearer for sustainable resource stewardship, its actions reverberate across continents, underscoring the resonance between economic growth, environmental responsibility, and equitable progress.

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