Excel Legal Consultancy (ELC) is recognized for its strong oil and gas practice and deep expertise in the mining and natural resources sectors. The firm’s capabilities span both upstream and downstream operations, and it is widely respected for advising top-tier energy companies on complex legal and regulatory matters. ELC’s team is praised for its strategic insight, industry knowledge, and ability to navigate Ghana’s energy legal framework. Among the leading members of the team are Victor Anku-Tsede and Ruthy Amakie Strauss Ashiaby, with Ivan Mensah Dadzie and Lt. Col. Jones Sarfo (Rtd) also playing key roles in the department.

Petroleum

Ghana’s mining sector presents unique legal, regulatory, and operational complexities. We advise local and international mining companies, investors, and financial institutions on the full lifecycle of mining projects—from licensing and regulatory compliance to restructuring and asset sales.

  • Our Work Includes:
    – Advising international mining companies on restructuring their Ghanaian operations, including consents from the Minerals Commission and Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
    – Legal due diligence for mining acquisitions and investments
    – Advising on licensing requirements, environmental compliance, and land use regulations
    – Representing investors in multi-million-dollar acquisitions and divestitures of mining interests
    – Negotiating joint venture agreements and partnership arrangements
    – Advising on regulatory reporting, royalties, and Ghanaian local participation requirements
    – Supporting clients in dealings with the Environmental Protection Agency and other statutory bodies
  •  Recent Experience:
    – Lead legal counsel on the merger of Ashanti Goldfields with AngloGold Ltd, including legal structuring and multi-jurisdictional stock exchange listings
    – Advised Golden Star Resources on its public offering and listing on the Ghana Stock Exchange
    – Assisted several mining entities in environmental and labour compliance matters

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