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18 Mar•3 min read
'Our own people are involved in galamsey' - President Mahama admits
Summary
Why does President Mahama think 'our own people' are so deeply entrenched in the illegal mining crisis?
President Mahama acknowledges the pervasive involvement of various individuals in illegal mining - from political figures to traditional leaders. This widespread participation poses a significant challenge to combating galamsey in Ghana.
25 Mar•4 min read
94 excavators seized, 237 arrested, majority foreigners-NAIMOS reveals
Summary
Authorities are struggling to keep up as illegal miners become increasingly resourceful - and dangerous.
NAIMOS has ramped up efforts to combat illegal mining- locally known as "galamsey"- across Ghana. The crackdown has led to significant disruptions, but the situation is more complex than it appears.
2 May•3 min read
Tano North MP sounds alarm over galamsey devastation, accuses officials of shielding perpetrators
Summary
An MP raises concerns about illegal mining and logging - but who is protecting the perpetrators?
Dr. Gideon Boako, Tano North MP, is concerned about increased illegal mining and logging. He alleges government appointees are enabling environmental destruction- but what impact will this have?
14 Jul•6 min read
Accra's Korle Drains Choked With Refuse Spark Fears of Flooding and Disease Outbreaks
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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
15 Aug•4 min read
Galamsey: 'Challenge is prosecution, not arrest' - Lands Minister
Summary
Despite numerous arrests and equipment seizures in the fight against galamsey, a critical hurdle is preventing the campaign from achieving its full
Ghana's Lands Minister, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, addressed the ongoing challenges in the government's campaign against illegal mining, known as
17 Aug•5 min read
Mahama announces new strategy to keep galamseyers out of reclaimed forest reserves
Summary
Discover the government's latest approach to secure Ghana's forest reserves from illegal mining and why previous methods proved insufficient.
President John Mahama has unveiled a new strategy to combat illegal mining activities in Ghana's forest reserves. This initiative aims to address
18 Mar•3 min read
Galamsey: Our own people are also involved - Mahama
Summary
Mahama admits that the fight against galamsey is complicated - but what makes it so difficult to tackle?
President Mahama addressed the issue of illegal mining in Ghana during a meeting with Organised Labour. He acknowledged the deep entrenchment of galamsey within various levels of society - hinting at the complexities of combating it.
20 Jul•8 min read
NPP Executive Pledges Presidential Pardon for Wontumi If Re-elected
Summary
Ashanti Region NPP executive Kwabena Nsenkyire promises to secure a presidential pardon for convicted Chairman Wontumi i
Ashanti Region NPP executive Kwabena Nsenkyire promises to secure a presidential pardon for convicted Chairman Wontumi if delegates renew his mandate.
3 Jul•6 min read
Expect Road Diversions: Military Leads Nationwide Flood Recovery Operations Across Ghana
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The Ghana Armed Forces and local assemblies have commenced a massive nationwide flood recovery operation, advising motor
The Ghana Armed Forces and local assemblies have commenced a massive nationwide flood recovery operation, advising motorists to expect road
6 Jul•4 min read
CSOs raise alarm over revocation of civilian firearm licences, warn of administrative gaps in implementation
Summary
Ghanaian CSOs are questioning the government's readiness to implement new firearm licence revocations, citing potential confusion and logistical
Civil society organisations in Ghana are raising concerns over the government's decision to revoke all civilian firearm licences. They warn that
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