Centre for Social Impact Studies (CeSIS)

29/07/2026

⏰ Only 2 Days Left!

The conversation on Africa's green minerals future starts in just 2 days.

Join Third World Network-Africa (TWN-Africa) for a timely webinar on "Implementing the Africa Green Minerals Strategy: Opportunities and Challenges." Together with leading experts, we'll examine what it will take to turn the Africa Green Minerals Strategy (AGMS) into a driver of industrialisation, value addition, and sustainable development across the continent.

Hear insights from leading experts:
🎙️ Dr Yao Graham –Third World Network-Africa
🎙️ Marit Y. Kitaw, Ph.D.– United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)
🎙️ Mkhululi N Ncube – African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC)
🎙️ Samuel Otu – African Development Bank Group

📅 Thursday, 30 July 2026
🕙 10:00 GMT | 11:00 WAT | 12:00 CAT | 1:00 PM EAT
💻 Microsoft Teams
📲 Register today: https://tinyurl.com/rm55sy5j

Or scan the QR code on the flyer.

28/07/2026

10/07/2026

https://obuasitoday.com/government-must-clear-outstanding-mineral-funds-owed-to-mining-districts-ali-tanti-robert/

The Government of Ghana has been urged to urgently release outstanding mineral revenue owed to mining districts to enable local authorities to undertake critical development projects in communities…

23/06/2026

Strengthening Accountability in Ghana's Emerging Lithium Sector

The Centre for Social Impact Studies (CeSIS) was honoured to participate in the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) Media and Civil Society Capacity Building Workshop on "Addressing Corruption Risks in Ghana's Lithium Value Chain: Governance, Transparency, and Accountability," held on 18 June 2026 at Mensvic Hotel, East Legon.

Our Executive Director, Robert Ali Tanti, delivered a presentation on "Environmental, Social and Community Impacts of Lithium Mining" drawing lessons from Obuasi to highlight both the opportunities and the risks associated with Ghana's first large scale lithium project at Ewoyaa.

The presentation highlighted the importance of:
• Meaningful community engagement and Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC).
• Strong environmental safeguards and independent monitoring.
• Fair, prompt, and adequate compensation for affected communities.
• Respect for and protection of human rights throughout the mining lifecycle.
• Greater transparency and accountability in licensing, ownership transfers, and revenue management.

CeSIS also shared how evidence based research, community mobilisation, and sustained advocacy have helped drive positive change in mining communities. Our experience demonstrates that responsible resource governance is achievable when citizens, civil society, the media, government institutions, and industry work together.

As Ghana enters a new era of critical mineral development, the lessons from Obuasi must shape decisions at Ewoyaa and beyond. Responsible lithium mining must protect communities, safeguard the environment, uphold human rights, and ensure that the country's mineral wealth delivers lasting and equitable benefits for present and future generations.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) and Patrick Stephenson, Ghana Country Manager, for the invitation and for convening this important platform for dialogue on governance, transparency, and accountability in Ghana's emerging lithium value chain.

15/06/2026

*The Community Relations and Partnership Officer for the Centre for Social Impact Studies Justice Dzivon Mensah in the series of radio Sensitization on Lithium Revenue accountability and local participation in Ghana, took to the airwaves of Kobby’s FM at Mankessim to educate residents of Ewoyaa and surrounding communities on their rights and responsibilities in the ongoing lithium mining activities in the area.

The discussion formed part of CeSIS’ continuous commitment to promoting community awareness, accountability, and inclusive participation in Ghana’s extractive sector.

During the interactive radio engagement, the officer explained key community rights under Ghana’s mining laws, including the right to information, environmental protection, consultation, compensation, and peaceful coexistence with mining companies.

Listeners were also encouraged to actively participate in community meetings, protect public property, and engage stakeholders through lawful and constructive dialogue to ensure that the benefits of lithium mining contribute meaningfully to local development.

The programme attracted significant public interest, with several listeners calling in to ask questions and share concerns about the potential social and environmental impacts of lithium mining at Ewoyaa.

The Center for Social Impact Studies reaffirmed its dedication to empowering mining communities through education and advocacy, stressing that informed and united communities are essential for responsible and sustainable mining practices in Ghana.
Integrated Social Development Centre - Isodec
Resource Justice Network

12/06/2026

📻 The Conversation Continues This Friday on Kobbes FM 103.7

CeSIS and ISODEC return with another important discussion on Ghana's emerging lithium sector.

Topic: Community Rights and Responsibility in the Lithium Sector

As lithium mining activities expand, it is important for communities to understand their rights, responsibilities, and role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and sustainable development.

Join us as we discuss:
✔ Community rights in mining areas
✔ Citizen participation and accountability
✔ Responsibilities of mining companies and communities
✔ Protecting livelihoods and the environment

Guests
• Justice Dzivon Mensah
• Kweku Afari.

📅 Friday
⏰ 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📻 Kobbes FM 103.7

Be part of the conversation. An informed community is an empowered community.

09/06/2026

The Gender and Social Inclusion Officer for CeSIS, Ms Dorothy Ofori took turn in the series of radio sensitisation programme on Kobbes FM in Mankessim to discuss the topic "Women in Lithium Value Chain"

The discussion focused on how women can benefit directly or indirectly in the value chain and the various opportunities that women can take advantage of ranging from entrpreneurship, employment, service provision, active participation in decision making, waste management and many more.

As Ghana develops its Lithium industry, it is important that women are not left behind. They are to be equipped with knowledge, skills and support to be able to take advantage of the opportunities.





Integrated Social Development Centre - Isodec
Resource Justice Network
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