Ghana Manganese Company (GMC) says it expects monthly production to reach about 700,000 tonnes in August 2026, citing improving weather conditions and the commissioning of new heavy mining equipment. In a statement, the Nsuta-based mining company explained that heavy rainfall between May and July affected haulage operations and processing activities at its open-pit mine in the Western Region, resulting in reduced shipments. However, with rainfall easing in August, the company says mining conditions have improved considerably, allowing production to increase. GMC, Ghana’s sole producer and exporter of manganese ore, said the production boost is also being supported by the gradual deployment of newly commissioned heavy-duty equipment aimed at improving operational efficiency. The company noted that beyond supplying manganese ore for the global steel industry, demand for high-grade carbonate manganese ore is growing due to its increasing use in the battery value chain for clean energy technologies.