Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister-Designate for Lands and Natural Resources, has stressed the urgent need to reform Ghana’s mining licensing regime to eliminate inefficiencies, duplication, and regulatory gaps that have hampered its effectiveness. The mining sector remains a cornerstone of Ghana’s economy, contributing significantly to employment, foreign exchange, and national revenue. However, the existing licensing framework has been criticized for inconsistencies, loopholes, and its susceptibility to abuse, which undermine the sector’s potential for sustainable growth. Speaking during his vetting on Monday, January 27, Armah-Kofi Buah pointed out the fragmented nature of the current licensing process, which he argued creates opportunities for exploitation and regulatory non-compliance. He highlighted a key loophole where individuals hold multiple licenses for adjacent areas without being classified as large-scale miners. The Minister-Designate outlined plans to address th...