Chamber of Mines congratulates Mahama; pledges support for mining sector growth
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has extended its warm congratulations to President-Elect, John Dramani Mahama on his re-election as President of the Republic of Ghana.
In a statement, the Chamber highlighted the historic victory of Mahama as Ghana’s first non-consecutive President – describing it as a testament to his resilience and the trust Ghanaians have in his vision and leadership.
The Chamber reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with the Mahama administration to foster a sustainable and thriving mining sector.
“As you embark on your second term of office, the Ghana Chamber of Mines stands ready to support your administration in fostering a thriving and sustainable mining sector. We remain committed to working collaboratively with your government to ensure that the mining industry continues to serve as a key cornerstone of Ghana’s economic development”, the statement said.
It emphasized the potential of the mining sector to drive economic transformation under Mahama’s leadership through job creation, skills and technology transfer, infrastructure development, and the well-being of mining communities.
The Chamber expressed optimism about the implementation of policies that balance economic growth with environmental and social responsibility, while promoting investment and local capacity building.
The Ghana Chamber of Mines which represents over 60% of the country’s mineral output, pledged to support initiatives that ensure long-term sustainability of the mining industry for the benefit of all Ghanaians.
The Chamber concluded by wishing President-elect, Mahama immense success as he begins his second term in office.
“Under your leadership, we are confident that the sector’s potential will be further harnessed to drive job creation, skills and technology transfer, infrastructure development, and the overall well-being of communities across the nation.”
“We look forward to the implementation of policies that not only balance economic growth with environmental and social responsibility, but also creates an enabling environment for investment, local capacity building, and long-term sustainability of the sector for the benefit of all Ghanaians”, the Chamber added.
About the Chamber of Mines
The Ghana Chamber of Mines is the main mining industry association in Ghana. The Chamber represents the collective interests of companies involved in mineral exploration, production, and processing in Ghana.
Its member companies produce over 60 percent of Ghana’s mineral output. The Chamber has represented the industry’s interests since 1928.