Every mineral in its natural state in, under or upon land in Ghana, rivers, streams, water-courses throughout the country, the exclusive economic zone and an area covered by the territorial sea or continental shelf is the property of the Republic and is vested in the President in trust for the people of Ghana.

Section 2

2. Compulsory acquisition of land

Where land is required to secure the development or utilisation of a mineral resource, the President may acquire the land or authorise its occupation and use under an applicable enactment for the time being in force.

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MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006

1. Minerals property of Republic

2. Compulsory acquisition of land

MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006

1. Minerals property of Republic

2. Compulsory acquisition of land