On the sidelines of the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2026, Ghana’s Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah (MP), held a strategic meeting with Mr. Samaila Zubairu, President and CEO of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), to advance collaboration in developing Ghana’s mineral sector and mobilizing capital to unlock Africa’s long-term mineral potential.
The discussions focused on accelerating priority projects in bauxite, gold, and iron ore, with emphasis on value addition, project financing, and de-risking large-scale investments. Hon. Buah highlighted Ghana’s industrialization agenda, stressing the need to align financing, infrastructure, and policy to maximize the value derived from the nation’s mineral resources.
Beyond Ghana’s national priorities, the meeting also explored broader continental cooperation. Hon. Buah proposed a jointly hosted ministerial convening in Ghana, aimed at policy harmonization, enhanced cross-border collaboration, and a united African strategy for mineral development. The event would bring together African ministers, development finance institutions, and key partners to align policies and mobilize capital toward sustainable and integrated mineral value chains across the continent.
Officials noted that the engagement reflects Ghana’s determination to position itself as a leader in responsible mineral development while strengthening Africa’s collective voice in global resource governance.
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