Ghana is set to host this year’s Mining in Motion Summit, which connects policymakers, industry experts, and innovators in shaping sustainable practices and driving local growth. The conference will take place at the plush Kempinski hotel in Accra from the 2nd to 4thJune 2025.
Information available to rbnewshub.com indicates that Ghana was chosen to host this conference because of her enviable position as Africa’s leading gold producer and the sixth largest globally, with a long history of gold mining that accounts for nearly 90% of the country’s mineral exports even as ongoing exploration and investment continue to strengthen her reputation as a gold mining powerhouse.
In addition to gold, Ghana can boast of untapped reserves of diamonds, bauxite, manganese, lithium, iron ore and rare earth minerals.
With an expanding focus on critical minerals, the country is positioning itself as a frontier destination for investors seeking diversification opportunities.
Ghana is driving a shift toward sustainable mining practices, with increasing emphasis on environmental stewardship and community development while the government’s local content policies ensure value creation within the country, fostering skills transfer and economic empowerment for Ghanaians.
Renowned for its political stability and well-defined regulatory framework, Ghana provides a secure and transparent environment for mining operations. Pro-business policies and efficient institutions make it a preferred hub for hosting global mining discussions.
Participants
Participants are expected to come from the Ghana’s Central Bank, Ghana’s Minerals Investment Fund, Ghanaian and International Banks and Financial Institutions, Private Equity Firms Investing in Mining and Resources, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Venture Capital Firms Focused on Mining Innovation, Asset Managers Specializing in Commodities, Metals and Mineral Brokers and Traders, Development Finance Institutions, Multilateral Development Banks, Pension Funds Seeking Long-Term Investment in Mining Assets, Impact Investors Prioritizing Sustainable Mining Practices, Debt Funders for Mining Infrastructure and Operations, Fund Managers Focused on Critical Mineral Markets, Economists and Analysts Covering Global Mineral Markets and Trends.
Also expected are representatives of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company, Major Mining Companies, Junior and Mid-Tier Mining Firms, National Mining Corporations, Exploration and Geology Service Companies, Mining Industry Associations, Mineral Processing and Refining Operators, Environmental and Sustainability Consultants, Mining-Related Trade Associations, Logistics and Supply Chain Companies, Policy and Regulatory Authorities, Local and International Mining Unions.
Organisers of the conference say they will also be expecting officials of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Ministry of Finance, Bank of Ghana, Ghana Chamber of Mines, International Mining Ministries, International Mining Chambers, High-Level African and International Delegations, Regional Organizations, Ghanaian Minerals Commission, Ghanaian Environmental Protection Agency.
Programme line up
Per the programme outline made available to rbnewshub.com, some of the key issues that will be discussed during the conference include “Ghana’s Vision for a Sustainable Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Sector in West Africa”, “Traditional Authorities’ Role in Shaping Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Practices in Ghana”, “Mining for Growth – Ghana’s Vision 2025” and “Global ASM Mining Trends and Africa’s Emerging Role”,
There will also be a panel discussion on “Addressing Challenges in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Africa: Policy, Illicit Activities, and Community Impact.”
This session will explore the key challenges within the ASM sector, including illegal mining, environmental damage, and socio-economic inequalities. Panelists will discuss policy reforms and governance
There will also be another panel discussion on “Integrating Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) into Global Financial Systems” to explore how private sector investment, formalization, and sustainable practices can drive the growth of Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) while contributing to economic development in the Global South. This aligns with global supply chains and sustainability standards.
The session will further cover a range of funding strategies for ASGM, including traditional and innovative financing methods, public-private partnerships, community-based funding, and ESG-linked models. Successful case studies and tools for ensuring long-term impact will also be highlighted.
