The Point of View with The Mining Lease Agreement
In a revealing episode of "The Point of View," host Benard Avle delves into the heated debate surrounding the government of Ghana's lithium mining lease agreement with Barari DV, a subsidiary of Atlantic Lithium, an Australian-based company. This deal marks a pivotal moment as it's the first of its kind between an African nation and a non-Chinese company in a sector dominated by China, Japan, and Korea.
Opposition and Support
Dr. John Kwakye and former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo voice their opposition, arguing the deal resembles colonial-era agreements that impoverished the nation, failing to benefit local economies significantly. In contrast, technocrats like Kofi Ana and Fiata Senior suggest amendments to improve the deal, emphasizing the need for Ghana to engage more comprehensively in the lucrative electronic vehicle (EV) value chain beyond just mining.
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