Ghana Energy Sector Research Highlights

Analysis

Clean energy demand and production increase amid transition away from hydrocarbons
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The energy transition continued apace in 2022 despite Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February of that year, ongoing disruptions to supply chains and inflationary pressures – all of which translated into high energy prices around the globe. However, sustained high prices may mark an inflexion point in shifting the global energy system away from a dependence on hydrocarbons and towards lower-cost…

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Joshua Mortoti, Executive Vice-President and Head of West Africa, Gold Fields: Interview
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Interview:Joshua Mortoti In what ways are large mining firms prioritising environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles? MORTOTI: Large mining entities are increasingly implementing renewable energy-dependent operations as part of decarbonisation efforts. These initiatives not only align with the global campaign to reduce carbon emissions, but also demonstrate the increasing adoption…

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Edward Koranteng, CEO, Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF): Interview
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Interview:Edward Koranteng In what ways is the MIIF contributing to the development of the economy? KORANTENG: The MIIF was established to add value by managing the government’s equity interests in mining, receiving mineral royalties from mining companies and reinvesting these funds in the sector. The focus is not only on gold, but also on minerals that are critical to the country’s economy.…

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Samuel Jinapor, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources: Interview
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Interview:Samuel Jinapor How would you articulate Ghana’s value proposition as a mining investment destination? SAMUEL JINAPOR: Ghana should be positioned as the leading mining hub in Africa, where all mining-related activities – including research, innovation, exploration and downstream production – aim to be concentrated. The government is seeking to indigenise the mining sector, with…

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Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Minister of Energy: Interview
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Interview:Matthew Opoku Prempeh What is Ghana’s value proposition as an oil and gas investment destination, and what can be done to enhance its appeal to foreign investors? MATTHEW OPOKU PREMPEH: Ghana’s sedimentary basins hold significant gas and high-quality, light sweet crude oil prospects. The legal, regulatory and fiscal regimes governing the upstream industry are predictable, transparent…

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Opoku-Ahweneeh Danquah, former CEO, Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC): Interview
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Interview:Opoku-Ahweneeh Danquah How can Ghanaian companies benefit from hydrocarbons exploration in the Volta Basin? OPOKU-AHWENEEHDANQUAH: Exploration activities in the Volta Basin represent a unique opportunity for Ghana to benefit from new hydrocarbons resources. The aim of this project is to establish a working petroleum system within the basin to increase the country’s hydrocarbons…

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Edwin Alfred Nii Obodai Provencal, Managing Director, Bulk Energy Storage and Transportation Company: Interview
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Interview:Edwin Alfred Nii Obodai Provencal In which areas can Ghana invest to diversify its petroleum transport and storage infrastructure? EDWIN ALFRED NII OBODAIPROVENCAL: With natural gas being a transition fuel, investment in its storage and transport is expected to be key for Ghana’s energy sector. The potential in this field is immense, aligning with the country’s efforts to…

Analysis

Discovery of Ghana's lithium deposits generates investment opportunity
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With critical minerals a central issue in the global energy transition, Ghana’s 2018 discovery of lithium deposits has brought international attention to the West African country. Five years later, and in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, worldwide demand for lithium is even greater, and 2023 has seen Ghana take several steps forwards in positioning itself in the global supply chain. The first…

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Electric vehicle demand to drive mineral extraction for batteries
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Emerging markets are taking steps to position themselves in the global value chain for EVs, with several recent projects focused on the decentralised production of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs). At the same time, however, these industrial developments highlight the carbon-intensive nature of extracting the materials needed to produce EVs, though hopes remain that the process can be further…

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How Ghana can apply new technology to boost extractives
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Ghana is increasingly employing geospatial technologies such as drones and other intelligent technologies in its mining sector. These technologies can streamline operational processes and reduces costs, while also enhancing efficiency and safety. Data analytics processes a wealth of generated data, enabling predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring for informed decision-making. Although many…

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