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Unregulated construction near the Akosombo and Kpong Dams may have serious consequences - but what could they be?

The VRA is worried about the increasing construction along the Volta River- activities that may increase flood risks. The developments may also undermine national emergency preparedness for the Akosombo and Kpong Dams- but what does this mean for the region?

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.

A new declaration has been made concerning burials - and it could have far-reaching implications for the community.

Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin has made a declaration regarding burials within the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area. - He's also tasked authorities to take certain actions, but what could be the implications?

A multinational galamsey syndicate was operating in two communities - but what did NAIMOS find when they arrived?

NAIMOS has taken action against an organised galamsey syndicate operating in the Ashanti Region. The operation involved multiple nationalities and a range of equipment - but what does this mean for the future of mining in the area?

A recent police operation targeted the misuse of emergency warning devices on vehicles, raising questions about road safety and legal compliance.

Ghana's Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) has launched a special operation in the Western Region to address the unlawful use of sirens

Discover how the Ghana National Fire Service is engaging communities in the Eastern Region to enhance fire safety awareness and prevention.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has intensified fire safety education campaigns across communities in the Eastern Region. This initiative

Why did the EPA shut down a former DCE's mining site and what did they find that raised so many red flags?

The EPA has taken action at a mining site connected to a former DCE and another individual in the Mpohor District- raising questions about regulatory compliance. The situation highlights ongoing concerns about the environmental impact of certain mining operations.

Why did the EPA arrest a mining company's PRO in Nkroful, and what does it mean for the Ankobra River?

The EPA has apprehended a mining company's Public Relations Officer in Nkroful- raising concerns about environmental compliance. The arrest highlights ongoing tensions between mining operations and the preservation of Ghana's natural resources.

Atronie's traditional leaders are speaking out about the need for action, not just inspections, in the fight against galamsey-what transpired during

Atronie chiefs in the Bono Region are demanding enhanced security during engagements to combat illegal mining's impact on local water bodies. Their

An alleged illegal dumping site in Amasaman is causing a major sanitation crisis, but what led to its establishment and continued operation?

Residents of Sonitra in Amasaman, Greater Accra, are raising alarms over a severe sanitation crisis linked to an alleged illegal dumping site. This

A recent court decision involving a prominent political figure and a mining company has sparked a strong reaction from a civil society group-find

Lands and Mines Watch Ghana (LMWG) has reacted to a recent court verdict involving NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, also known

Distressed Ghanaians in South Africa voice fear and frustration- but what does this mean for the future?

Ghanaians in South Africa met with Ghana's Foreign Affairs minister to discuss their experiences- a meeting filled with emotion. The community is fractured, and the future uncertain- but what does this mean for those wanting to return home?

Why is the DR Congo accepting deportees from the US - and what does it have to do with minerals?

The DR Congo has accepted a group of deportees from the US, reportedly from South America - the first of an unknown number. Kinshasa insists their stay is temporary, but the US's immigration policies are under scrutiny.