{
  "id": 2093937,
  "title": "University of Mines and Technology opens underground demonstration Mine",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/university-of-mines-and-technology-opens-underground-demonstration-2093937",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-20T07:38:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/university-of-mines-and-technology-opens-underground-demonstration-mine/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa has officially opened an underground demonstration mine within its campus to provide students with direct exposure to underground mining conditions. The facility, initiated by Professor Richard Kwasi Amankwah, the former Vice Chancellor of UMaT, aims to serve as a hub for research and innovation, where solutions to modern mining challenges will be developed.\n\nChief Inspector of Mines, Mr. Joseph Frimpong, emphasized that the demonstration mine represented a patriotic investment in the future of Ghanaian students, offering them hands-on experience that bridges the gap between theory and practice. He highlighted that the facility showcases Ghana's rich mineral resources, talent, ingenuity, and dedication to the nation.\n\nFor the students, Mr. Frimpong stated that the mine represents a call to service, reminding them that their education is not just for personal advancement but for the prosperity of Ghana and its people. He stressed that the skills acquired at the facility should be dedicated to building industries that uplift communities, protect the environment, and strengthen the nation.\n\nProf. Amankwah explained that the idea for the demonstration mine arose when he discovered an unused basement in the administration block. Realizing its potential, he transformed the space into a model underground mine to help students understand the practical aspects of underground mining. This initiative aims to prepare students for real-world mining scenarios, ensuring they are not lost when entering an actual underground mine.\n\nThe Minerals Commission pledged to support mining companies in providing practical training to university and technical students as part of their corporate social responsibility. The mining engineering department at UMaT affirmed that efforts would be made to enhance the demonstration mine, transforming it into a more advanced facility for practical learning.",
  "summary": "The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa, has officially opened an underground demonstration mine on campus to provide students with direct exposure to underground conditions. The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa, has officially opened an underground demonstration mine on campus to provide students with direct exposure to underground conditions. The facility,…",
  "key_points": [
    "University of Mines and Technology opens underground demonstration mine.",
    "Facility aims to provide students with hands-on underground mining experience.",
    "Initiative led by former Vice Chancellor Professor Richard Kwasi Amankwah."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The University of Mines and Technology's underground demonstration mine provides students with hands-on experience, bridging the gap between theory and practice, and preparing them for real-world mining scenarios.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}