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Parliament Holds Off on Lithium Deal Pending Public Consultation and Legal Review
Parliament’s Committee on Lands and Natural Resources has announced it will not approve the new lithium agreement until broad public consultations are completed and the Minerals and Mining Act is reviewed to address concerns over royalties.
Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Tuesday, Committee Chairman Collins Dauda emphasized that the five per cent royalty set by law remains the only enforceable rate. Any higher rate would require an amendment to the Minerals and Mining Act.
Mr Dauda explained that a previous proposal for a 10 per cent royalty in the 2024 agreement between Ghana and Barari DV Ghana Limited could not proceed because it was inconsistent with existing law. The Committee had advised the former minister to amend the Minerals and Mining Act so that the rate in the agreement would align with Act 703, as amended by Act 794. He noted that no report on the 2024 agreement had been submitted to Parliament for consideration.
He also dismissed claims that the Minority had rejected the previous deal as misleading, clarifying that only Barari DV Ghana Limited would have paid the 10 per cent royalty under the old arrangement, while other major mining companies, including Newmont, Gold Fields, and AngloGold, would have continued paying five per cent. The Committee viewed this as unfair and discriminatory, stressing the need for a level playing field across the sector.
Regarding the new agreement submitted by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Armah-Kofi Buah, Mr Dauda said the document does not specify a royalty rate, instead referring to the five per cent provided by law. He noted that revenue from a 5 per cent royalty differs significantly from a 10 per cent rate, and any increase would require legislative amendment.
The Committee has launched a public consultation process on the agreement, which was advertised from November 13 to November 27, inviting memoranda from civil society, NGOs, technical experts, and interested individuals. The Committee also plans to invite stakeholders with expertise to help analyze the agreement before any decision is made.
Mr Dauda highlighted that the 2025 Budget, at paragraph 475, outlines the government’s plan to review the minerals and mining policy and Act 703. He said the Committee prefers that any amendment to the Act be brought to Parliament alongside the agreement so both can be considered together. “We make the laws and we expect the laws to be implemented. We cannot make laws and then take actions that go against them,” he said.
Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor supported the Committee’s stance, emphasizing that no one should pressure the government to rush a decision without resolving the legal issues.
The Committee stressed that the ongoing process aims to safeguard the interests of communities living within lithium concession areas and protect the country’s broader interests.
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Albert Bondah takes over Media & PR Duties for Ghana Comedy Awards 2026
The organisers of the Ghana Comedy Awards 2026 have officially unveiled Albert Bondah as the new Media and Public Relations Manager for the highly anticipated sixth edition of the awards ceremony.
The announcement, which has already generated excitement within Ghana’s entertainment industry, forms part of the organisers’ broader efforts to strengthen the awards brand and expand its visibility ahead of this year’s event.

A graduate of the University of Cape Coast, Albert Bondah brings on board a wealth of experience in entertainment publicity, media relations, and strategic communications. His impressive portfolio includes serving as Road Manager for the Central Music Awards, as well as Media Relations Officer for organisations and brands such as African Arts Network, 2Cute Entertainment, Parrot Mouth Productions, PB Entertainment, Keche Global, and Fiifi Coleman Productions, among several other notable institutions within the creative industry.
With his extensive background in entertainment communications, Albert Bondah is expected to play a major role in promoting the awards scheme while strengthening engagement with audiences, stakeholders, media partners, and industry players. Many within the entertainment space see his appointment as a strategic move aimed at elevating the profile of the Ghana Comedy Awards both locally and internationally.
Over the years, the Ghana Comedy Awards has grown into one of the country’s leading entertainment platforms dedicated to celebrating comedians, comic actors, and creatives who continue to shape Ghana’s comedy landscape. The scheme has consistently recognised excellence, creativity, and innovation within the rapidly growing comedy industry.
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Mahama to Host Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa for Three-Day State Visit
President John Dramani Mahama is set to host Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on a three-day State Visit to Ghana from Wednesday, April 1 to Friday, April 3, 2026.
According to a statement from the Presidency, President Mnangagwa will arrive at the Accra International Airport at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, where he will be received with full military honours by President Mahama. The ceremony will feature an inspection of a Guard of Honour mounted by the Ghana Armed Forces, followed by a 21-gun salute.
Later in the evening, President Mahama will host a State Banquet in honour of his Zimbabwean counterpart, in celebration of the long-standing relations between the two countries.
The highlight of the visit will be bilateral talks between the two leaders at the Peduase Lodge. The discussions, which will begin with a tête-à-tête, are expected to focus on strengthening cooperation in key sectors including trade, tourism, health, sanitation, agriculture, anti-corruption efforts, and job creation.
Both leaders are also expected to preside over the signing and exchange of several Memoranda of Understanding aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic ties between Ghana and Zimbabwe.
As part of his itinerary, President Mnangagwa will visit the Sweden Ghana Medical Centre and the Accra Compost and Recycling Plant to gain insight into Ghana’s advancements in healthcare delivery and sustainable waste management.
He will also pay homage to Ghana’s founding father, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, by laying a wreath at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.
President Mnangagwa is expected to depart Ghana on Friday, April 3, with full departure honours at the Jubilee Lounge.
The visit is anticipated to further strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation between Accra and Harare.
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Global InfoAnalytics: Mahama’s approval rating at 67%; economic optimism slips
President John Dramani Mahama continues to enjoy strong public support, maintaining a 67% approval rating, according to a new poll by Global InfoAnalytics.
The survey released on March 25, 2026, showed that only 26% of voters disapprove of his performance, though it was a slight increase from 24% recorded in December 2025, while approval remains unchanged.
Support for President Mahama, according to the survey, spans all regions, including traditional opposition strongholds.
In the Ashanti Region, which is the stronghold of the opposition, New Patriotic Party (NPP), the poll showed that 56% of voters approve of his performance, while approval stands at 64% in the Eastern Region and 65% in the North East Region.
The poll also indicates that a majority of party affiliates back the president’s performance, except for supporters of the NPP.
In the direction of the country, 65% of respondents in the survey noted that Ghana is headed in the right direction, though there was a marginal drop from 66% in the previous quarter.
Meanwhile, 28% believe the country is on the wrong path, up from 24%, while those with no opinion declined from 10% to 7%.
Living standards appear to have improved for many Ghanaians, with 58% of voters saying their conditions are better than a year ago, compared to 16% who report a decline.
However, optimism about the future has dipped slightly. The poll found that 68% of voters expect their standard of living to improve over the next 12 months, down from 70% in the previous quarter, suggesting growing unease over potential inflationary pressures linked to the Middle East conflict.

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