Minerals Commission CEO calls for prosecution of Chinese nationals involved in illegal mining
The Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission, Isaac Andrews Tandoh, has called for the strict enforcement of Ghana’s mining laws against Chinese nationals and companies involved in illegal mining, saying foreign investors must be held accountable regardless of their nationality. Speaking at the China-Ghana Mining Cooperation Conference 2026, Mr Tandoh said Ghana’s mining regulations…
The CEO of Ghana's Minerals Commission, Isaac Andrews Tandoh, has advocated for the prosecution of Chinese nationals and companies engaged in illegal mining. Speaking at the China-Ghana Mining Cooperation Conference 2026, Tandoh emphasized that Ghana's mining regulations apply to all operators, regardless of nationality. He stated that a proposed framework agreement between Ghana and China aims to strengthen cooperation in enforcing mining regulations and prosecuting those found guilty of illegal activities.
Under this agreement, Chinese nationals involved in illegal mining will be held accountable and face sanctions in China. The conference, attended by the President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines and China's Ambassador to Ghana, addressed concerns about illegal small-scale mining, known as galamsey, which has led to the degradation of natural resources.
China's Ambassador called for a balanced approach to mining cooperation, stressing that Africa's mineral wealth should contribute to economic transformation and sustainable development rather than being used for geopolitical rivalry. A significant outcome of the conference was the launch of the China-Ghana Mining Talent Development Centre, which will focus on training and skills development in Ghana's mining sector, fostering local capabilities and modernizing the industry.
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