As the global push toward sustainability gains momentum, Africa's mining sector is increasingly being seen not just as a supplier of critical minerals, but as a key player in shaping a greener and more inclusive future.

From lithium and cobalt to gold and bauxite, the continent holds vast resources essential for the global energy transition.

But alongside this opportunity comes a pressing challenge, ensuring that mining drives local development, protects the environment, and delivers real benefits for communities.

Mpho Sithole spoke to Frederic Attakumah, President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, to unpack how Africa can position itself at the forefront of sustainable mining and what it will take to balance growth with responsibility...