The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) has commissioned a demonstrative underground mine to give students practical exposure to underground mining operations and strengthen skills development. Mining students, meanwhile, can gain practical exposure to underground mine structures, including stopes and the handling of blasted material. The Chief Mine Inspector of the Minerals Commission, Joseph Frimpong, described the facility as a significant investment in the future of Ghana’s mining industry. He said the demonstration mine would serve as a “living laboratory”, enabling students to gain hands-on experience while bridging the gap between classroom theory and practical mining. The commissioning forms part of UMaT’s efforts to strengthen practical training and better prepare graduates for the demands of Ghana’s mining industry.