The Editor-in-Chief of Twenty Four Hour Newspaper, Cephas Mensah, has commended businessman Ibrahim Mahama and his company, Engineers & Planners, for their reported commitment to construct an airport in Damang and a concrete road linking Cape Coast to the mining community.

In a press statement issued on April 20, 2026, the newspaper described the proposed projects as transformative investments capable of delivering long-term benefits to mining communities in Ghana.

According to the statement, resource-rich areas have historically borne the environmental and social costs of mining without receiving equivalent infrastructure development that outlasts mining operations.

It noted that the pledge by Engineers & Planners sets a new benchmark for corporate responsibility within Ghana’s mining sector.

The publication cited examples from other mining jurisdictions, including Australia, Canada, and Chile, where major companies have invested in critical infrastructure such as airports and durable road networks to support both mining operations and local communities.

It highlighted that a concrete road between Cape Coast and Damang would significantly improve transportation by reducing vehicle maintenance costs, withstanding harsh weather conditions, and providing long-term durability.

The project, it added, would enhance mobility for traders, students, and healthcare workers.

Similarly, the proposed airport in Damang is expected to boost economic activity in the Western Region by facilitating investment, improving access to emergency services, and supporting regional trade.

The newspaper, however, urged Engineers & Planners to outline clear timelines for the projects and engage key stakeholders, including traditional authorities, local assemblies, and affected communities, to ensure effective implementation.

It also called on other mining companies operating in Ghana to emulate such initiatives, stressing the need for the country’s natural resources to translate into sustainable development for host communities.