EGA Signs Ghana Bauxite Development Agreement to Boost Supply

Emirates Global Aluminium

Strategic Partnership to Expand Ghana’s Bauxite Industry

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has signed an agreement with Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development (GIADEC) to explore bauxite-related projects in Ghana. The partnership will assess long-term bauxite offtake potential and collaborate on rail and port infrastructure to raise Ghana’s bauxite production from the current 1.5mn t/yr. Ghana holds over 900mn t of reserves across three known deposits, positioning it as a strategic supplier in the global aluminium value chain.

Diversifying Supply Amid Guinea Dispute

EGA is diversifying its bauxite sourcing following a shipment suspension from its Guinea Alumina subsidiary in October. The suspension was triggered by delays in EGA’s alumina refinery plans, leading to an escalating dispute with the Guinean government. In recent months, Guinea has moved to revoke EGA’s mining licence and rescinded over 50 licences for various minerals. EGA’s chief executive, Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, confirmed that doubling bauxite output remains a key objective, with Ghana now a primary focus in its global expansion strategy.

The Metalnomist Commentary

This agreement strengthens Ghana’s position in the aluminium supply chain while offering EGA a critical hedge against geopolitical risk in Guinea. Successful execution could help stabilize EGA’s raw material supply and drive investment in Ghana’s infrastructure, boosting both export capacity and economic growth.