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26 May•4 min read
What Is Wrong with Us: Why we keep uprooting young trees because they have not yet become forests
Summary
Are unrealistic expectations for immediate change hindering Africa's long-term development?
Across Africa, citizens are demanding immediate transformation from governments- despite inheriting challenges decades in the making. Is this growing impatience trapping the continent in a cycle of repeated disappointments - movement without arrival?
29 Jun•2 min read
NPP blames government for recurring floods, demands urgent action
Summary
The NPP is questioning the government's handling of Accra's persistent flooding, pointing to alleged coordination issues and unfulfilled promises.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has criticized the government over recurring floods in Accra, accusing the administration of failing to implement
14 Aug•4 min read
NPP regional elections: COKA, Kokofu clash in Ashanti; Dr Okoe-Boye, Alfred Boye battle chairmanship in Greater Accra
Summary
Intense battles are brewing within the NPP as regional leaders are chosen-what will these elections mean for the party's future?
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is holding its regional executive elections this weekend, with fierce contests anticipated in key regions like Ashanti
31 Aug•3 min read
Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings pledges decisive action on climate change, galamsey and environmental degradation
Summary
Ghana's new Environment Minister, Dr. Zanetor Rawlings, is set to tackle critical environmental issues-but what decisive actions will she prioritize?
Dr. Zanetor Rawlings has been appointed Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, facing significant environmental challenges in Ghana. Her
25 Apr•2 min read
Gov't has made significant gains in galamsey fight - RCOMSDEP Coordinator
Summary
Gov't is making "significant gains" in the galamsey fight, but one church leader reveals a dire consequence.
Ama Mawusi Mawuenyefia says the government has made strides in the fight against galamsey. Apostle Eric Nyamekye warns that illegal mining increasingly disrupts community livelihoods and church activities - but what does this mean for the future?
24 Mar•2 min read
Over 30 million trees planted in 2025 - Lands Minister
Summary
The government has made a claim about reforestation - but is it true, and what are the implications?
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has addressed the country on environmental sustainability policies. A challenge has been made regarding transparency, sparking calls for verifiable data - but what does this mean for the future?
15 Jul•2 min read
We will not retreat or surrender in fight against galamsey - Lands Minister
Summary
Despite immense challenges, Ghana's Lands Minister reaffirms the government's unwavering commitment to combating illegal mining-but what new
Lands Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has addressed the significant challenges in Ghana's fight against illegal mining, known as galamsey. The
15 Jul•2 min read
Gov't remains resolute in fight against galamsey despite challenges - Armah-Kofi Buah
Summary
Despite acknowledging the complexities, the government remains steadfast in its efforts to combat illegal mining-but what strategies are being
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, addressed the ongoing struggle against illegal mining, known as galamsey, in
7 Aug•4 min read
'Our forests are breathing again because of late Murtala Mohammed' - Lands Minister
Summary
Discover how the actions of a former Environment Minister are still shaping Ghana's natural resource protection efforts today.
Lands Minister Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah honored the late Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, highlighting his environmental legacy one year after his
11 Jul•4 min read
Ghana does not lack laws, flood crisis requires enforcement - Akwatia MP
Summary
Why does a Ghanaian MP believe the country's persistent flooding and sanitation issues are not due to public indiscipline or insufficient laws?
Akwatia MP Bernard Bediako Baidoo has highlighted the critical need for stronger enforcement of Ghana's existing environmental and sanitation laws.
14 Jul•6 min read
Accra's Korle Drains Choked With Refuse Spark Fears of Flooding and Disease Outbreaks
Summary
Rampant waste dumping by tricycle riders and locals has severely clogged Accra's Korle drains, leaving traders fearful o
Rampant waste dumping by tricycle riders and locals has severely clogged Accra's Korle drains, leaving traders fearful of deadly floods and disease
20 Apr•2 min read
IERPP flags 'opaqueness' in Damang mining contract, calls for due process reforms
Summary
Why is the IERPP so concerned about the Damang mining contract, and what reforms are they pushing for?
The IERPP has expressed reservations regarding the Damang mining contract- citing a lack of transparency. The institute is now advocating for reforms in how mining concessions are awarded in Ghana- but why now?
30 Jun•6 min read
Breaking the Cycle: Why Ghana Must Stop Blaming History and Start Changing Habits
Summary
Professor Douglas Boateng challenges the narrative of historical victimhood, urging citizens to embrace civic responsibi
Professor Douglas Boateng challenges the narrative of historical victimhood, urging citizens to embrace civic responsibility for sustainable
29 Jul•2 min read
Government passes six regulations to implement new EPA Act
Summary
New regulations have been passed to bolster environmental protection in Ghana, raising questions about their potential impact on compliance and
Ghana's government has approved six new regulations to support the implementation of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Act, 2025 (Act
28 May•3 min read
NPP Frankfurt rallies for unity ahead of 2028 polls; backs Bawumia to rescue Ghana
Summary
NPP Frankfurt rallies for unity- but can they convince Ghanaians that Bawumia holds the key to a brighter future?
The NPP Frankfurt Chapter is urging party members to unite for the 2028 elections. They are focused on peace and a strong communication strategy- but what's at stake for Ghana's future?
20 May•4 min read
Wontumi Trial: Ex Deputy Lands Minister says concessionaires were encouraged to reclaim degraded mining lands
Summary
A former Deputy Minister's testimony could be key in the Wontumi trial-but what does it all mean for the case?
In the Wontumi trial, a former Deputy Minister testified about mining concessions and land reclamation-raising questions about ministerial consent. The prosecution is trying to prove illegal mining, but the defense hinges on a key distinction-leaving observers wondering what it all means.
8 Jul•2 min read
Government responsible for Ghana's sanitation crisis - Bekwai MP
Summary
Bekwai MP Ralph Poku-Adusei has voiced strong concerns regarding Ghana's sanitation challenges, questioning the government's commitment to its
A Ghanaian MP has criticized the government's handling of the nation's sanitation crisis, citing a lack of resources and adherence to policy. This