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1 Apr•2 min read
Okyere Baafi questions clergy's silence on national issues
Summary
Okyere Baafi questions why some clergy have gone quiet - what could be the reason?
Michael Okyere Baafi has taken aim at some members of the clergy- raising questions about their silence. He suggests a change in government may be influencing their willingness to speak- but what could be the implications?
16 Mar•3 min read
Amansie Central DCE's presence in office does not affect ongoing probe - Lands Ministry PRO
Summary
Will the Amansie Central DCE's continued presence in office affect the illegal mining probe?
The Lands Ministry PRO addressed concerns about the Amansie Central DCE remaining in office amid an illegal mining taxation probe - a situation raising questions about potential interference. The PRO insists investigative protocols are designed to prevent any such compromise.
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.
16 Mar•4 min read
A Tax for Galamsey: Gov't probe outcome expected by end of first quarter - Lands Ministry PRO
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Why is the investigation into alleged illegal mining taxes taking so long - and what reforms might it recommend?
The Lands Ministry is investigating allegations against the Amansie Central DCE regarding illegal mining taxes- a probe expected to conclude soon. The investigation's complexity has led to delays, raising questions about potential wider implications.
16 Mar•2 min read
Galamsey: Wontumi could face conviction if he fails to explain allegations - Deputy AG
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Chairman Wontumi's legal battle takes a turn- but what does it mean for the galamsey case and his company's future?
Deputy Attorney General Srem-Sai says Chairman Wontumi could face consequences in the Samreboi galamsey case- involving his company Akonta Mining. The High Court has dismissed Wontumi's no-case submission- raising the stakes in this ongoing legal battle.
25 Mar•4 min read
Spain reaffirms support as KAIPTC hosts National Dialogue on illegal mining crisis
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A national dialogue workshop aims to translate grassroots experiences into national policy - but can it?
Spain is supporting Ghana in its fight against illegal mining as stakeholders meet at KAIPTC to discuss galamsey's safety and security implications. The dialogue builds on months of fieldwork and regional workshops - but what new strategies will emerge?
18 Mar•2 min read
'Which other country in the world pays salaries to retirees?' - Prof H Prempeh fumes
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Why is Prof. Prempeh so concerned about retiree salaries - and what does it mean for Ghana's economy?
Prof Henry Kwasi Prempeh has raised concerns about a specific compensation practice for retired public officials in Ghana. He questions the global prevalence of this practice - and its impact on the nation's finances.
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.
25 Mar•5 min read
Ghana, African countries were accomplices in slave trade - Manasseh argues
Summary
Why does a Ghanaian journalist think reparations for slavery shouldn't go to African countries?
Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has challenged President Mahama's advocacy for reparations to African countries for the slave trade. Manasseh argues that African nations were complicit in the trade - raising questions about who should be compensated.
3 Apr•2 min read
This Saturday on Newsfile: Galamsey taxes, sole-sourcing probes, the Black Stars and presidential dialogue post-mortem
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Ghana's Newsfile is back to tackle the most pressing issues - but what truths will be uncovered?
Newsfile returns this Saturday with discussions on galamsey taxes, sole-sourcing probes, the Black Stars and presidential dialogue. The show will delve into governance, sports, and accountability- but what insights will the panel bring?
30 Mar•2 min read
Sanction district officials failing to fight galamsey - GCAG to Mahama
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GCAG is demanding accountability from district officials - but what exactly are they accused of?
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey (GCAG) is calling on President Mahama to take decisive action against district officials. They believe some aren't doing enough to combat illegal mining - but what consequences could arise from this inaction?
4 Apr•4 min read
Prof. Osae-Kwapong calls for decisive action on galamsey crisis amid growing demands for accountability
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Calls for action intensify as citizens question officials' roles in galamsey - but what will be the consequences?
Professor Osae-Kwapong has commented on the public's reaction to the government's handling of illegal mining - also known as galamsey. Demands for accountability are growing, but will the government take the necessary steps?
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