Accra – The Ghanaian government has mandated that all machinery used in mining activities must be registered with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) by August 1, 2025. Equipment found unregistered after this deadline will be confiscated by the State.
In a directive issued today, July 15, 2025, the Ministry of the Interior, under Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, stated that the Ghana Police Service and the DVLA have been instructed to rigorously enforce this new regulation starting August 2, 2025.
The measure is part of the government’s broader efforts to reform the mining sector. The general public, particularly those operating mining machinery, are advised to take note and comply to avoid confiscation of their equipment.
The Ministry of the Interior emphasized its commitment to ensuring internal security and maintaining law and order across the country.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
