Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources supports Electrochem Ghana's mining operations, praises job creation and investment, and encourages a community trust fund.

Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, George Mireku Duker, pledged government support for Electrochem Ghana Limited's salt mining operations at Songhor Lagoon, Ada, in Greater Accra Region. The company has created 1,800 jobs and invested $80m; it plans to list on the Ghana Stock Exchange and build a refinery, aligning with the government's policy of moving Ghana from raw material exploitation to value addition. Mireku Duker emphasized the need for a collaborative relationship between mining companies and local communities, encouraging Electrochem to establish a trust fund for direct community benefits.

August 07, 2024
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