The Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) has taken a significant step towards strengthening its collaboration with academic institutions by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR).
The partnership will among others enhance capacity building in geo-science, while’s ensuring that students and professionals receive the necessary expertise to drive national development.
Speaking at the brief ceremony to sign the agreement on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, the Director-General of the GGSA, Mr Isaac Kuuwan Mwinbelle, described the pact as a historic milestone for the GGSA relative to its collaboration with other institutions.
Providing details about the MoU, Mr Mwinbelle explained that the GGSA and UENR ensure proper training of geo-scientists and equip students of the university with the right knowledge and skill for national development.
He stated that the agreement will thrive on building the capacities of the students to enable them graduate with profound knowledge of the field.
He stated that with the extension exploration of mining areas becoming a key feature of the anti-galamsey fight, it has become necessary for the GGSA to team up with relevant institutions and train more people.
The Vice Chancellor of the UENR, Prof. Elvis Asare-Bediako, explained the point of convergence between the two institutions, emphasizing the importance of the relationship for Ghana’s geological and extractive industries.
He stated that the MoU is to “cement the commonality that we long recognised but never materialised. It’s a leap from possibly to reality.
“It is in these formats that we need to accept that we share a common mandate to run joint projects in the areas of mineral resources exploitation, exploration where you have the field experience and technical men and academicians working together.”
The MoU will help the two institutions exchange innovative ideas for the exploration of mineral resources.
There will also be staff exchange and training programmes between the two institutions.
BY TIMES REPORTER