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A thriving rubber plantation is now a landscape of scars - what does this mean for the future of Ghana's rubber industry?

Illegal mining continues to plague the Ghana Rubber Estate Limited (GREL) plantation in the Western Region. The destruction is evident, but the long-term implications for the region are only beginning to be understood -.

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.

Tomato traders are facing difficulties - what could this mean for the market and consumers?

Tomato traders are worried about the challenges of importing tomatoes from Burkina Faso - a situation impacting their businesses. With local tomato availability limited, the traders fear potential market shortages if the issue isn't resolved soon.

Tensions are high after a shooting in Funsi - what does this mean for the community?

A chieftaincy dispute in Funsi, Upper West Region, has led to a violent shooting. The Upper West Regional Police Command has launched a major security operation - but what triggered this deadly clash?

Are Ghanaian politicians relying on lies to win elections - and is the electorate too gullible to see through it?

Ghana's political landscape is seeing a shift towards lies and deception, with the NDC and NPP often employing strategies that prioritize winning over truth. This raises questions about the kind of democracy Ghanaians want - and the steps needed to ensure honesty.

A fatal shooting at a galamsey site leads to multiple arrests - but the main suspect remains at large. Why?

Six individuals - including three Chinese nationals - have been apprehended by the Western Regional Police Command. The arrests are connected to a shooting at an illegal mining site- but what sparked this deadly incident?

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.

Why is TTAG so concerned about the future of educators - and what changes are they hoping to see?

The Teacher Trainees' Association of Ghana (TTAG) is advocating for a policy change regarding the employment of newly trained teachers. They are also concerned that recent government efforts may not be enough - leaving many questions unanswered.

A Tech Expo explored innovative solutions to galamsey - but will these ideas be enough to reverse the damage?

Academic City University's Robotics Club hosted a Tech Expo in partnership with A Rocha Ghana and others- focusing on technological solutions to combat illegal mining. The event showcased student innovations, hinting at a future where technology plays a crucial role in environmental restoration- but what solutions were presented?

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.

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?

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.

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.

Ghana's children face a "slow, silent assault," but what does the Paediatric Society want done about it?

The Paediatric Society of Ghana is calling on President Mahama to lead a global effort. They want environmental destruction from illegal mining classified as a crime against humanity - but why now?

Gov't is making "significant gains" in the galamsey fight, but one church leader reveals a dire consequence.

Ama Mawusi Mawuenyefia says the government has made strides in the fight against galamsey. Apostle Eric Nyamekye warns that illegal mining increasingly disrupts community livelihoods and church activities - but what does this mean for the future?

A Chinese national and seven Ghanaians were apprehended during an operation - but what were they doing?

NAIMOS has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining in the Ashanti Region, targeting an active site. The operation raises questions about the ongoing efforts to combat illegal mining - and the impact on local communities.

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?