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A high-value robbery case unfolds in Obuasi - but the details emerging from the court are raising eyebrows.
A robbery case involving three individuals has been heard at the Bekwai Circuit Court. The charges brought against them shine a light on the risks faced by businesses in Obuasi - but what could the consequences be?
What happened when a routine dig turned deadly in a Ghanaian mining community?
A mining accident in Sefwi Datano has left a community in mourning. The incident raises urgent questions about safety at illegal mining sites.
A dawn raid on illegal mining operations leads to arrests - but what did authorities discover at the Dankai River site?
A joint task force has targeted illegal mining operations along the Dankai River corridor in the Amansie East District - raising questions about the extent of the problem. The operation has also highlighted growing concerns about the environmental and security risks associated with galamsey.
Why are traditional leaders in Tano North clashing with police over the handling of illegal mining arrests?
Tano North chiefs are confronting police over the repeated release of arrested illegal miners, undermining local efforts against galamsey. This
Traditional authorities in Tano North are calling for urgent presidential intervention to save their vital water resources from illegal mining.
Tano North chiefs have petitioned President John Mahama regarding extensive galamsey destruction in the River Tano and surrounding forests. Their
A new military-backed operation targets illegal miners in a threatened forest - but what tactics are they using to evade capture?
NAIMOS, with military support, launches Operation Green Shield in Atewa Forest to combat illegal mining.
A new military operation moves into a protected forest - but the scale of destruction it confronts may be far worse than expected.
NAIMOS launches Operation Green Shield in Atewa Forest Reserve, arresting three people.
What happened when a watch committee closed in on suspected illegal miners along the Tano River?
Three suspects are in custody following an operation in the Tano-Boin Forest Reserve.
Discover the latest judicial actions taken in Nigeria regarding the widespread issue of school abductions.
Three men have been sentenced in Nigeria following incidents linked to the abduction of students and educators in Oyo state. This development comes
Amidst circulating allegations, the youth of Salman are stepping forward to clarify the situation regarding Adamus Mining Company's operations.
Youth in Salman, Ellembelle District, are defending Adamus Mining Company against what they call false information. They believe these allegations
Will REGSEC's intervention resolve the standoff over Gwira Banso's mining future?
The Western Regional Security Council has intervened in a dispute over Betterland Ghana Limited's exploration at Gwira Banso, bringing together the…
Why has a resurfaced video led to an urgent investigation and promises of stricter action in the Western Region?
A viral video has put the spotlight on mining activities near a school in Wassa Gyapa, prompting action from Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson. The proximity of these operations raises questions about safety and environmental impact - and what authorities might do about it.
What did authorities find during the operation at the Gbane mining site?
A security operation at the Gbane mining site in the Talensi District has led to arrests and seizures.
With Tarkwa experiencing a surge in fire outbreaks, UMaT's strategic move to establish a dedicated fire station raises questions about the broader
The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) has commissioned a new Ghana National Fire Service station on its Tarkwa campus. This initiative aims
What role did a traditional leader and a youth chairman allegedly play in the illegal mining activities that led to their arrest in Tanoso?
Two individuals, including a traditional leader and a youth chairman, have been arrested in Tanoso over alleged involvement in illegal mining
A call for urgent action has been made over a long-pending royal dispute - what does it mean for Wenchi's traditional authority?
The Sofoase and Nkwaduano Yefri Royal Families of Wenchi are urging the Bono Regional House of Chiefs to resolve a chieftaincy dispute over the…
A foreign national is in custody, but the network behind a trafficking ring may still be at large.
Ghana Immigration Service operatives in the Savannah Region have arrested a Nigerian national in an illegal mining community.
Ghana's hunger for gold is poisoning its rivers - but will the state act before it's too late?
Ghana's water bodies are being ravaged by illegal mining activities, with successive governments struggling to curb the menace - a situation that has persisted for years. The consequences of this environmental destruction are far-reaching, impacting communities, the economy, and the nation's future.