{
  "id": 3293399,
  "title": "Minerals Commission opens ultra-modern office and laboratory in Kumasi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/minerals-commission-opens-ultra-modern-office-and-laboratory-in-kumasi",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-25T15:32:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/minerals-commission-opens-ultra-modern-office-and-laboratory-in-kumasi/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Minerals Commission in Ghana has unveiled a state-of-the-art office and laboratory complex in Kumasi, the Ashanti Region, as part of its initiative to enhance the regulation of the country's mining sector and decentralize its operations. The centerpiece of this new facility is a two-story laboratory designed to facilitate mineral testing, sample preparation, technical analysis, quality assurance, research, and regulatory monitoring. This development aims to provide mining stakeholders in the Ashanti Region and the Middle Belt with easier access to specialized technical services, thereby reducing the necessity for them to travel to other parts of the country for mineral-related assessments.\n\nAt the commissioning ceremony held on Monday, Isaac Andrews Tandoh, the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission, emphasized that the new facility would bolster the Commission's technical capabilities, thereby improving the delivery of services to the mining industry. He highlighted that access to reliable laboratory services would enable the Commission to make more informed regulatory decisions based on precise technical data. Mr. Tandoh also pointed out that the facility would expedite the assessment of mineral samples and other materials, enhance quality assurance, and foster research collaboration opportunities. He further explained that the investment in the Kumasi office was justified by the region's significant role in Ghana's mining industry, which is home to major operations like the Obuasi and Asanko mines, as well as numerous licensed artisanal and small-scale mining ventures.\n\nDr. Yusif Sulemana, the Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, noted that the government is actively pursuing reforms aimed at addressing inefficiencies in the regulation of mining operations through the decentralization of the Minerals Commission. This effort seeks to promote responsible and safe mining practices across both large-scale and small-scale sectors while intensifying the fight against illegal mining. Additionally, he announced that Cabinet, under President John Dramani Mahama's leadership, has initiated a comprehensive review of the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), reflecting broader efforts to modernize Ghana's mining laws, strengthen regulatory frameworks, and position the sector to contribute more effectively to national development.\n\nKenneth Ashigbey, the CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, welcomed the commissioning of the new facility and expressed optimism that the improved infrastructure would lead to stronger regulation and aid efforts to combat illegal mining. The commissioning ceremony saw the participation of the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, representatives from the Minerals Commission Board, the Ghana Chamber of Mines, NAIMOS personnel, traditional leaders, mining companies, government institutions, and other stakeholders in the mining sector.",
  "summary": "The government has commissioned a new ultra-modern office complex for the Minerals Commission in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, as part of efforts to improve the regulation of Ghana’s mining sector and decentralise the Commission’s operations. A key feature of the facility is a two-storey laboratory equipped to support mineral testing, sample preparation, technical analysis, quality assurance, […]",
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}