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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?
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
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
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.
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…
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.
The potential extinction of a rare West African monkey species is raising serious questions about the region's broader biodiversity challenges.
A leading Ghanaian biodiversity scientist has issued a stark warning regarding the disappearance of one of West Africa's rarest monkeys. This event
A traditional leader is urging the Bono Regional Minister to seek help if overwhelmed by the galamsey crisis, as community leaders and residents are
The Nkosuohene of Atronie Stool lands has expressed deep disappointment over the Bono Regional Minister's alleged inaction against illegal mining
What will NAIMOS do next in the Atewa Forest after new illegal mining reports?
NAIMOS is responding to reports of illegal mining in the Atewa Range Forest Reserve after civil society groups raised concerns.
Authorities targeted the Offin River- but what did they uncover during their anti-illegal mining operation?
NAIMOS has launched a major anti-galamsey operation in the Amansie South District, targeting illegal mining on the Offin River. The operation uncovered serious environmental threats to communities- but what did they find?
Authorities make a shocking discovery during an anti-galamsey operation - and the environmental impact is devastating.
A pre-dawn raid led by the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) targeted illegal mining operations in the Amansie East District. The operation uncovered a destructive engineering scheme impacting the area's vital water resources - but what did they find?
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?
An anti-galamsey raid in Ahwiren uncovered extensive illegal mining operations and led to significant equipment disablement.
NAIMOS conducted an intelligence-led operation against illegal mining in Ahwiren, Bekwai Municipality, targeting a site along the Subin River. This