Government Engages Amantena Residents on Mining Regulation and Livelihood Programme
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has met with residents of Amantena to strengthen cooperation between the government and large-scale mining companies while tightening oversight of mining activities. Speaking to Adom News, Frank Asare—National Coordinator for the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skill Development Programme—said the meeting had two goals: to educate residents on how mining operations work and to invite them to the upcoming launch of the government’s new alternative livelihood programme. Asare stressed that the government wants large-scale mining companies to play a direct role in supporting and developing small-scale mining within the communities where they operate. Sule Isaac, Assembly Member for the Amantena Electoral Area, added that the government remains committed to enforcing proper mining rules in the area.
