Business News of Monday, 13 January 2020Source: Graphic.com.gh'Mining remains pillar for economic development' - Asomah-CheremehThe Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Mr Kwaku Asomah-CheremehThe mining industry remains a key enabler of industrialisation and broad-based economic development of the country, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Mr Kwaku Asomah-Cheremeh, has said. He said the industry’s contribution to gross domestic product (GDP), internal revenue generation and socio-economic development was very significant to the development of the economy. As a result, he said the ministry would this year partner local assemblies to improve infrastructure development in mining areas through the Minerals Development Fund (MDF). It is also is disability friendly with the aim of promoting diversity and inclusiveness in the mining industry. For his part, the CEO of the chamber, Mr Sulemanu Koney, paid glowing tribute to past executives for mooting the idea.

Source: GhanaWeb January 13, 2020 08:37 UTC