Ghana’s Mineral wealth
Ghana’s lithium mining lease agreement with Atlantic Lithium of Australia, the first lease for lithium mining in Ghana, has ignited a heated discussion across the country.
The deal, which was signed in October 2023 and defended by Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has faced mounting pressure from different sectors of society which question its fairness and transparency.
The government asserts that the agreement is the best mining lease for the country, citing a 13% royalty rate and a 30% stake in Atlantic Lithium
