The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Mr. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has led a delegation to the 18th Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), which centered on Africa’s role in the global energy transition.
The forum, held on Tuesday in Paris, focused on strategic cooperation in developing sustainable and resilient critical mineral supply chains.
Mr Armah-Kofi Buah expressed Ghana’s proactive approach to mineral resource development, stressing on the government’s deliberate policy to diversify the mining sector beyond its traditional strengths in gold production.
He said Ghana was strategically positioning itself as a key player in the critical minerals value chain with a focused emphasis on manganese, lithium, and graphite resources essential for clean energy technologies and industrial advancement.
Ghana’s participation in the OECD Forum demonstrates Ghana’s commitment to responsible mineral governance and sustainable development.
As the country continues to develop its critical minerals sector, it is poised to become a leader in Africa’s supply chains, driving economic growth, industrialization and climate action.
Joyce Adwoa Animia Ocran, ISD
