Ghana’s Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has made a series of high-profile appeals to global mining investors throughout the past year, most recently at a forum in New York. These efforts are part of a concerted push to position Ghana as Africa’s premier destination for mining investment.
🇺🇸 2026 New York Investors’ Forum: A Major Push
The most recent major invitation occurred on May 12, 2026, at an exclusive Investors’ Forum in New York. During this event, Minister Buah made several key points to an audience of international mining firms and investors:
- Positioning Ghana as a Top Destination: He pitched Ghana as “Africa’s premier mining investment destination,” building on the country’s reputation for stability and its rich resource base.
- Showcasing Diverse Opportunities: Beyond extraction, the minister highlighted opportunities across the entire mining value chain. This includes large-scale extraction, refining, engineering services, and downstream processing, encouraging investors to consider broader involvement in the sector.
- Backing Claims with Track Record: To demonstrate Ghana’s appeal, he noted that the sector has attracted over US$20 billion in investments over the past two decades. Major firms already operating in the country include Newmont, AngloGold Ashanti, Gold Fields, Zijin Mining, and Perseus Mining.
🌍 A Global Campaign Throughout 2025-2026
The New York forum is the latest in a series of international engagements where Minister Buah has actively courted mining investment. His global roadshow has included:
- 🇦🇺 September 2025 – Africa Down Under Conference (Australia): At this major industry gathering, the minister delivered a clear message to global investors: “You can invest in Ghana with confidence.” He assured them of Ghana’s stable political environment, rule of law, and the sanctity of contracts, all reinforced by three decades of peaceful democratic transitions.
- 🇿🇦 February 2026 – Mining Indaba (South Africa): At Africa’s largest mining investment event, Minister Buah continued his pitch, emphasizing Ghana’s stable and predictable investment climate, its business-friendly environment, and a fiscal regime designed to support mining projects.
🔧 Why Ghana? Key Attractions for Investors
Across all his engagements, the minister has consistently highlighted several key reasons why global mining firms should choose Ghana:
- Political Stability: Ghana is a beacon of democracy in Africa with three decades of peaceful political transitions, providing a secure environment for long-term investments.
- Legal and Contractual Security: The government upholds good governance and the sanctity of contracts, ensuring that investments are protected by the rule of law.
- Pro-Business Reforms: The government has introduced the Mineral Cadastre Administration System (MCAS) to eliminate bureaucracy and accelerate the approval process for mining licenses, making it easier for companies to start operations.
- Existing Success: The presence of and continued investment by global giants like Newmont (which launched its $1 billion Ahafo North mine in 2025) and others serves as a powerful testament to Ghana’s mining potential.
💎 Summary and Outlook
In essence, Ghana’s Lands Minister, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has launched a multi-pronged, global campaign to attract mining investment. The message from forums in New York, Australia, and South Africa is consistent: Ghana offers a unique combination of political stability, legal security, ongoing reforms, and a proven track record, making it a prime destination for responsible and profitable mining ventures.
