Ghana targets end to raw mineral exports by 2030

Ghana has set a target to halt the export of unprocessed mineral ores by 2030. President John Dramani Mahama announced the policy during the African Minerals Policy Forum in Accra, as reported by Mongabay. [1]

Mongabay and the Mining Journal both report that the government plans to use the ban to strengthen in-country mineral processing and domestic manufacturing. The policy aims to turn the country's mineral wealth into local industrial strength and jobs. [1][4]

Ghana is situated in West Africa and has a population of over 35 million people. Gold, cocoa, and crude oil drive the economy, with industry and mining contributing 31 percent of the national gross domestic product. [5][6]

However, Modern Ghana reported that experts have raised concerns about funding challenges regarding other 2030 environmental targets, warning that inadequate resources could stall progress on reducing methane emissions. [3]