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Ghana targets end to raw mineral exports by 2030 to boost local industry

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Briefings

Ghana President John Dramani Mahama announced a 2030 target to halt the export of unprocessed mineral ores, aiming to shift from raw material exports to domestic processing and manufacturing. This policy shift aims to retain economic value within the country by strengthening the bauxite-to-aluminum, iron ore, and steel value chains. The announcement was made at the African Minerals Policy Forum in Accra, where Mahama emphasized the need for African nations to reconsider how mineral agreements are negotiated and how benefits are distributed.

Key points

• Ghana President John Dramani Mahama announced a 2030 target to halt the export of unprocessed mineral ores, shifting focus to domestic processing and manufacturing.
• The government aims to strengthen the bauxite-to-aluminum, iron ore, and steel value chains to retain economic value within the country.

Context

This policy represents a strategic shift in Ghana's mineral sector, moving away from exporting raw materials to importing finished products. The Accra Reset agenda focuses on strengthening domestic processing and linking extraction more closely to manufacturing to boost local industry and jobs.

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The evidence is limited to a single article from 2026-10-29 regarding President Mahama's announcement at the African Minerals Policy Forum. Specific implementation timelines, legal measures, and the full scope of phased export prohibitions are not detailed in the provided text.

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