Ghana gov’t pushes investors to focus on mining sector

Mr. Kweku Ricketts Hagan, Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, says Ghana and South Africa have a lot mre in common when it comes to mining and capital equipment than any other sector.

“Our shared experiences in this sector provides a good platform for further cooperation and growth of investment in Ghana.”

Mr. Hagan was speaking at the opening of a two-day South Africa-Ghana trade investment seminar in Accra, and appealed to South African investors to channel their investments into supplies of chemical inputs and relevant equipment to support the mining firms as there are good opportunities in the area of refineries and processing of jewellery.

He said both countries have maintained cordial relations for a long time in economic ties, and these have grown from strength to strength over the years, with the benefit continuing to manifest in the welfare of their people.

Government will continue to design systems and business models to enable the country regulate small-scale mining activities, he said

“Government will continue to create the enabling environment for investors to partner with locals to develop their businesses and improve on the economies of both countries.” 

Mr. Mzwandile Masina, the South African Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, said the trade mission serves as a means for companies that are looking for investment opportunities to penetrate Ghana. 

Ms. Lulama Mary Theresa Xingwana, the High Commissioner of South Africa, said with the seminar more partnerships will formed be to promote trade and investments