Unlocking Mining Opportunities Communities Urged To Look Beyond Direct Employment.

The Chief Operating Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Mr. Ahmed Dasana Nantogmah, has stated that life without responsible mining is impossible, emphasizing that development often depends on either agriculture or mining.

Speaking at the Chamber’s Mining Development Forum under the theme “Beyond Royalties: How Mining Communities Can Build Local Industries Around the Mine,” he explained that mining creates far more opportunities beyond direct employment.

According to him, the sector generates demand in areas such as catering, transport, logistics, fabrication, maintenance, construction, agribusiness, and education.

Mr.Nantogmah noted that these opportunities present significant potential for local businesses, young people, job creation, and skills development.

However, he expressed concern that many of these opportunities remain underutilized.

Meanwhile, the Ahafo Regional Minister, Hon. Charity Gardiner, urged residents in mining communities to explore alternative job opportunities linked to mining activities rather than relying solely on employment within the mining company, such as Newmont Corporation.

She encouraged individuals to take advantage of the broader economic value chain created by mining to improve their livelihoods.

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