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The WHO is sounding the alarm about Ebola in DR Congo - but why are bordering countries on high alert?

The WHO has declared an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency. The agency warns of significant uncertainties - and spread beyond DR Congo - but what does this mean for neighbouring countries?

US embassy denies funding Congo's 00m mine guard as Kinshasa shapes a nationwide security force for strategic mineral as

US embassy denies funding Congo's 00m mine guard as Kinshasa shapes a nationwide security force for strategic mineral assets, investors, and stability.

A new directive seeks to transition mining activities to local firms - but will it actually work?

The United Party (UP) has commented on a recent government directive regarding the mining sector. The directive aims to shift operational mining activities to local Ghanaian contractors- but what could this mean for the economy?

What happened when armed men stormed a mining site and what was taken?

A 25-year-old small-scale miner faces multiple robbery charges in a Tarkwa court over an attack at a mining site in the Western Region.

A Ghanaian MP is raising concerns about a gold mine deal - but what exactly is he worried about?

Suame MP John Darko is calling for value protection in the Damang Gold Mine deal with Engineers and Planners Limited. He is stressing stronger safeguards around equity participation and long-term benefits- but why is this so important?

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

The government's next steps regarding the Adamus Resources report remain unclear, leaving many questions about the future of the mining concessions.

A committee investigating alleged mining infractions by Adamus Resources Limited has submitted its report to the Minister for Lands and Natural

A new mining agreement has been approved- but not everyone is convinced it's a good thing for the country.

Ghana's Parliament and Barari DV Ghana Limited are at the center of a major agreement- one that could reshape the nation's mining landscape. The agreement promises significant changes, but some parties are concerned about the potential implications- leaving many to wonder what the future holds.

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.

Parliament is pushing for a credible investor to take over the Damang Mine, but what does that mean for the future?

The minority in Parliament is closely watching the tendering process for the Damang Mine- wanting a credible investor. The group says the mine is commercially viable and the process must be handled properly- but what could go wrong?

Why is the Minority concerned about the Damang mine lease allocation?

The Minority in Parliament is calling for transparency in the allocation of the Damang mine lease to Engineers and Planners Ltd. They emphasize that fairness must guide the process- but some worry the process may be skewed.

Parliament's Minority Caucus is raising serious questions about the Minerals Commission's handling of recent mining lease approvals. What critical

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has criticised the Minerals Commission over alleged deficiencies in six mining lease agreements approved by the

Ghana is placing forests at the center of economic transformation - but can the country overcome deforestation threats?

Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah launched the second Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative, emphasizing the economic potential of Ghana's forests. Stakeholders are rethinking the relationship between forests and national development - but what challenges lie ahead?

Discover the serious allegations that led to the Minister's final decision regarding Adamus Resources Limited's mining leases.

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has upheld the revocation of mining leases for Adamus Resources Limited following a review of the

New rules could reshape Ghana's mining sector - but will local contractors and workers benefit?

Ghana's Minerals Commission is drafting wage and tender floors for contract mining firms.

An MP says African unity is threatened by xenophobia - but what does that mean for Ghana and South Africa?

Mpraeso MP Davis Ansah Opoku has criticised xenophobic attacks in South Africa. He says that African unity cannot be sustained while Africans are targeted - but what does this mean for Ghana's relationship with South Africa?

The Mpraeso MP insists Ghana must secure stronger national benefits from its resources - but how?

Davis Opoku Ansah, MP, has called for Ghana to retain more value from its mineral resources, particularly gold. He argues that the country's economic structure has long-standing weaknesses - despite its abundant natural resources.

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