Minerals Commission: Akonta Mining’s License Revoked Over Illegal Forest Operations 

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Government Acts Swiftly to Protect Ghana’s Forest Reserves

Ghana’s Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has ordered the Lands and Minerals Commission to immediately revoke the license of Akonta Mining Limited. The directive follows credible reports that the company has been engaging in unauthorized mining activities inside the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve in the Western Region.

No Legal Rights to Operate in Protected Forests

Akonta Mining’s License Revoked
Akonta Mining’s License Revoked

Although Akonta Mining holds a legitimate mining lease to operate in Samreboi, the Ministry clarified that the lease does not extend to the forest reserve. As such, all operations within the Tano Nimiri Forest are illegal. The Ministry has also tasked the Forestry Commission with enforcing a total halt of the company’s activities in the reserve.

“Any person or company found violating Ghana’s forest laws will face the full force of the law,” the Ministry emphasized in its official release.

More Licenses Under Review

This move is part of a broader national effort to sanitize the mining sector. The Ministry has also announced that all small-scale mining licenses issued after December 7, 2024, are to be revoked, citing irregularities in their issuance.

“We are taking concrete steps to reclaim Ghana’s forests and restore responsible mining,” said Lands Minister Samuel Abu Jinapor.


What This Means for Ghana’s Mining Future

This decision sends a strong message to illegal miners and companies operating outside the law: Ghana will not tolerate activities that harm the environment and threaten the livelihoods of future generations. The Ministry also reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, accountability, and sustainable mining practices.

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  • Daniel Ablordey

    Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.

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Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.
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