Ghana to host 2026 African Minerals Policy Forum in Accra

Ghana has been selected to host the ‘Mining in Motion 2026’ African Minerals Policy Forum, a prestigious three-day summit that will bring together key stakeholders from across the continent to Accra. The event, held under the theme ‘One Continent, One Voice on Minerals,’ underscores Ghana's central role in the African mining sector and its commitment to fostering regional cooperation in the management of natural resources. By hosting this summit, Ghana provides a platform for the continent to align its policy priorities for mineral wealth development.

The summit is designed as a strategic forum for African nations to explore opportunities for greater collective action and to enhance collaboration among various stakeholders. Attendees will include policymakers, industry experts, and civil society leaders, all focused on coordinating strategies to ensure the continent’s vast mineral wealth translates into tangible economic growth. The discussions are expected to revolve around enhancing the value chain and ensuring that mining activities support broader industrialization goals across African states.

As global demand for critical minerals continues to rise, the 2026 forum represents a significant step toward a unified African approach to resource governance. The gathering in Accra will seek to address long-standing challenges in the sector, such as the need for increased value addition and the equitable distribution of mining revenues. Ultimately, the forum aims to strengthen Africa's bargaining power on the international stage, ensuring that the continent speaks with a single, coherent voice regarding its rich mineral assets.