Oromia Mineral Development Authority (OMDA)

Description

Oromia Mineral Development Authority (OMDA) is the regional government body in the Oromia Regional State of Ethiopia responsible for overseeing and promoting the mining and mineral resources sector within the region. The Authority’s mandate includes managing mineral licensing and development, ensuring compliance with mining regulations, supporting mineral exploration and exploitation, and contributing to increased revenue from mineral exports such as gold, construction minerals, and industrial minerals. It plays a key role in regional efforts to attract investment, govern mining activities, and integrate resource extraction with economic growth in Oromia. Regional news reporting notes that OMDA has taken actions related to mining license issuance and enforcement as part of its regulatory role.