{"id":116694,"date":"2026-04-03T11:08:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T11:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/ghana\/uncategorized\/chamber-of-mines-praises-govt-and-atlantic-lithium"},"modified":"2026-04-03T12:31:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T12:31:27","slug":"chamber-of-mines-praises-govt-and-atlantic-lithium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/ghana\/all-news\/chamber-of-mines-praises-govt-and-atlantic-lithium","title":{"rendered":"Chamber of Mines Praises Gov\u2019T and Atlantic Lithium"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Ghana. <\/strong> <\/span><b>The Ghana Chamber of Mines has commended the Government and Atlantic Lithium Limited on the successful ratification of the Ewoyaa Mining Lease.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>This marks a significant milestone in the country\u2019s efforts to harness its critical mineral resources for sustainable economic growth and industrial development.<\/p>\n<p>The Ewoyaa Lithium Project represents a strategic addition to Ghana\u2019s mining portfolio, positioning the country as an emerging key player in the global energy transition through the supply of critical minerals.<\/p>\n<p>A statement issued in Accra on Wednesday said the Chamber acknowledged the strong collaboration between government and industry stakeholders in advancing the project and aligning it with national development priorities.<\/p>\n<p>It said the ratification of the lease was expected to generate substantial employment opportunities, both directly and indirectly, while stimulating economic activity in host communities.<\/p>\n<p>The statement said beyond job creation, the project would contribute to national revenue, infrastructure development, and skills transfer, ensuring shared prosperity for Ghanaians.<\/p>\n<p>Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, the Chief Executive Officer, Ghana Chamber of Mines, was quoted as saying: \u201cThe ratification of the Ewoyaa Mining Lease is a landmark achievement that reinforces Ghana\u2019s position as a leading mining jurisdiction in Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe project exemplifies how strategic partnerships between government and industry can unlock value, create jobs, and deliver long-term socio-economic benefits for our people.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>While applauding the achievement, the statement encouraged the Government to explore opportunities to enhance its participation and long-term value capture from the project.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn particular, leveraging the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) to increase the State\u2019s equity stake will help ensure that Ghana maximizes returns from its mineral resources for the benefit of both present and future generations,\u201d it said.<\/p>\n<p>The Chamber urged the government to intensify investment in geological research and data development.<\/p>\n<p>It said strengthening Ghana\u2019s geoscientific knowledge base would improve investor confidence and support the efficient identification, development, and management of the country\u2019s mineral resources.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Ghana Chamber of Mines remains committed to supporting policies and partnerships that promote responsible mining, local content development, and sustainable socioeconomic transformation,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Ghana<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Ghana. The Ghana Chamber of Mines has commended the Government and Atlantic Lithium Limited on the successful ratification of the Ewoyaa Mining Lease. This marks a significant milestone in the country\u2019s efforts to harness its critical mineral resources for sustainable economic growth and industrial development. 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