MINING OP-ED: Ghana gold gambit: Resource nationalism or state capture? (opens original article in a new tab)

Ghana's mining sector is under scrutiny as resource nationalism policies face criticism over potential state capture and lack of transparency, with disputes involving major companies and the president's family.

• Ghana's mining sector faces scrutiny over resource nationalism policies and concerns of state capture.
• E&P, owned by President Mahama's brother, is involved in disputes with Gold Fields and INIHC over mining assets.
• Investors and opposition politicians question the transparency and fairness of Ghana's mining reforms.