Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has engaged with representatives from Innovative Food Stakeholders, an American investment group, to explore opportunities across Ghana’s land, forestry, agriculture, and mining sectors.

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The meeting, held on Thursday, February 20, aimed to position Ghana as a prime investment destination despite ongoing challenges such as illegal mining.

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During the discussions, Hon. Armah-Kofi Buah underscored Ghana’s strong democratic foundations, robust governance systems, and its global reputation as a hub for natural resources as key reasons for investors to consider the country. He reiterated the government’s commitment to addressing issues within the land and mining sectors, ensuring a conducive environment for foreign investment to thrive.

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Highlighting the country’s potential, the Minister pointed to the wealth of opportunities available in mining, forestry, agriculture, and land development. He emphasized the government’s focus on value addition to Ghana’s rich natural resources, aimed at boosting industrial growth and economic sustainability.

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The Minister also expressed confidence that measures introduced under President John Dramani Mahama’s administration would help combat illegal mining, commonly referred to as "galamsey," which has long been a barrier to sectoral progress.

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In response, Dong Theesling, leader of the Innovative Food Solutions delegation, praised the government's proactive approach and expressed a keen interest in collaborating with Ghana. He noted potential partnerships in land reclamation of degraded sites, agricultural production, and mining activities.

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The meeting reinforced Ghana’s commitment to industrialization and sustainable development, presenting a promising avenue for foreign investors looking to contribute to the country's economic transformation.

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