Host Institutions & Organisers
GhIG
GGSA
DoES UG
GSAf
GhIG
GGSA
DoES UG
GSAf
Executive Messages
Welcome from Convener & LOC Co-Chairs
Scientific Programme
14 Sub-Themes & 10 Panel Sessions
Covering critical minerals, groundwater resilience, AI exploration, geotourism, and green energy transitions across Africa.
01
Policies & Strategic Minerals
Examining critical mineral policies, investment trends, ESG compliance, and regional mineral value chains from gold belts to battery metals.
02
Sustainable Groundwater & AI
Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) and AI-driven hydrogeological monitoring for African urban water security.
03
Geotourism & Geoheritage
Monetising natural legacies including Lake Bosomtwi impact crater, Victoria Falls, and geopark protection for sustainable development.
04
Petroleum & Energy Transition
Balancing oil and gas exploitation with Carbon Capture Storage (CCUS) and methane reduction strategies in climate-conscious era.
05
Geophysics & Geochemical Vectoring
Seismic, gravity, magnetic exploration techniques and real-time pXRF/SWIR vectoring to high-grade deep orebodies.
06
AI & Machine Learning Innovation
AI prospectivity mapping, automated core logging, drone magnetics, and African data sovereignty in mineral exploration.
07
Battery Metals & Future Supply
Genesis, production, and security of supply for Lithium, Manganese, Cobalt, Nickel, and Rare Earth Elements driving Net Zero Carbon.
08
Geoethics & ASM Formalisation
Ethical responsibilities in artisanal mining regions, mercury reduction, land reclamation, and community benefit-sharing.
Program & Timetable
CAG 31 Conference Schedule
Interactive 6-day scientific program featuring keynote lectures, parallel sessions, business panels, and field excursions.
08:30 – 10:00
Main Auditorium
Delegate Registration & Welcome Coffee
Secretariat Desk open for badge collection, conference materials distribution, and networking.
10:00 – 12:30
Grand Hall
Opening Ceremony & GSAf Presidential Address
Welcome remarks by Prof. Olugbenga Okunlola (President, GSAf) & Ministerial Dignitaries.
14:00 – 16:30
Plenary Room A
Keynote Session: Sustainable Geoscience in Africa
Chaired by Mr. Crisler Akwei Ankrah (GhIG President) on Critical Mineral Governance.
09:00 – 11:30
Hall A (Strategic Minerals)
Sub-Theme 01: Strategic Mineral Policies & ESG
Lead presentation by Dr. Prosper Akaba (Director General, GGSA) on Sub-surface Value Chains.
12:00 – 14:00
Hall B (Groundwater AI)
Sub-Theme 02: Hydrogeology & Urban Water Security
Chaired by Prof. Prince Ofori Amponsah (DoES University of Ghana).
09:00 – 12:00
Hall C (AI & Vectoring)
Sub-Theme 05 & 06: Geophysics, AI & ML Innovations
Drone magnetics, pXRF geochemical vectoring, and automated drill core logging demonstrations.
13:30 – 16:30
Hall D (Battery Metals)
Sub-Theme 07: Battery Metals & Net Zero Supply
Lithium, Manganese, and REE exploration updates from West & Central Africa.
09:00 – 12:00
Grand Hall
Sub-Theme 08 & 09: Geoethics, ASM Formalisation & Engineering
Artisanal mining reclamation, mercury reduction, and African infrastructure geotechnics.
19:00 – 22:00
Banquet Hall
CAG 31 Official Gala Banquet & Awards Night
Celebrating excellence in African Earth Science research and continental leadership.
Departure: 07:00
Field Departure Base
Excursion 1: Kakum National Park Canopy Walk
Exploring tropical rainforest ecology, suspended canopy walkways, and wildlife conservation with expert guides.
Departure: 07:30
Field Departure Base
Excursion 2: Lake Bosomtwi Meteorite Crater & Safari
Scenic boat tours across celestial impact crater lake, suevite impactites, and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve geology.
Tourist & Technical Excursions
Ghana Tourism & Geological Excursions
Pre and post-conference excursions exploring Ghana’s rich natural heritage, famous tourist national parks, coastal fortresses, and world-class geological sites under strict HSSE compliance.
Rainforest & Ecotourism
Kakum National Park Canopy Walk
Guided excursion through Kakum National Park’s tropical rainforest, walking high above the jungle canopy across the world-famous suspended canopy bridges with tourists and experts.
$200
Excursion Fee
25 Max
Group Size
Coastal & Heritage Tourism
Cape Coast Castle & Coastal Geology
Exploring UNESCO World Heritage coastal castles of Ghana, ancient marine sandstone cliffs, and Atlantic littoral geomorphology with guided historical tours.
$180
Excursion Fee
30 Max
Group Size
Geoheritage & Eco-Tourism
Lake Bosomtwi Meteorite Crater
Scenic boat excursion across Ghana’s natural celestial impact crater lake near Kumasi — exploring suevite impactites and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve geology.
$250
Excursion Fee
20 Max
Group Size
Wildlife Safari Tourism
Mole National Park Wildlife Safari
3-Day northern Ghana safari tour encountering wild African elephants, baboons, and savanna biodiversity at Ghana's largest wildlife reserve.
$400
Excursion Fee
15 Max
Group Size
Call for Papers
Abstract Submission Portal
Submit research for oral or poster presentation. Selected papers will be considered for publication in a Special Issue of the Journal of African Earth Sciences.
Join Us in Accra
Delegate Packages & Registration
Secure your delegate pass for CAG 31 with instant online registration and Paystack payment processing.
Student / Early Career
$150 / USD
- Full Access to All Technical Sessions
- Digital Proceedings & Abstract Book
- Daily Coffee Breaks & Lunches
- Student Networking Forum
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GSAf Member Pass
$350 / USD (Early)
$450 USD Regular Rate
- Full Access to All Scientific Sessions
- Official Delegate Satchel & Materials
- Welcome Reception & Gala Dinner Ticket
- Special Issue Publication Eligibility
Non-Member Pass
$500 / USD (Early)
$600 USD Regular Rate
- Full Access to Technical Sessions & Panels
- Delegate Satchel & Exhibition Entry
- Welcome Reception Ticket
- 1-Year Complimentary GSAf Membership
Accompanying Person
$200 / USD
- Access to Opening & Closing Ceremonies
- Accra City Guided Geotourism Tour
- Welcome Cocktail Reception Ticket