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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.

Conflicting court decisions are raising questions about the OSP's mandate - what will happen?

The OSP and the accused in the "rice scandal case" are facing off in court. Conflicting rulings have emerged from different divisions of the High Court- what does this mean for the OSP's authority?

A constitutional challenge could handcuff the Special Prosecutor's office - what does it mean for corruption fights?

The Attorney General has challenged the OSP Act at the Supreme Court, questioning the Special Prosecutor's independent authority. This legal battle could significantly impact the OSP's ability to prosecute corruption cases- but how?

NPP says recent arrests under the Mahama administration point to a clampdown on dissent, with Abronye DC's detention int

NPP says recent arrests under the Mahama administration point to a clampdown on dissent, with Abronye DC's detention intensifying the national debate.

The Suame MP says requiring AG approval for every OSP case is 'absurd' - but why?

Suame MP John Darko has expressed concerns about the OSP's authority. The legal debate raises questions about the anti-corruption body's operational independence- and what that could mean.

Does Ghana's Constitution protect corruption by disabling the State- or allow for independent institutions?

Kwaku Azar examines the constitutional powers of the Attorney-General versus the Office of Special Prosecutor. He questions whether one office should control all prosecutions- and what that means for fighting corruption.

Law lecturer Bobby Banson has cautioned against hasty judgements as Ghana's Attorney-General joins a Supreme Court writ

Law lecturer Bobby Banson has cautioned against hasty judgements as Ghana's Attorney-General joins a Supreme Court writ seeking to curtail the Office of the Special Prosecutor's independent prosecutorial powers under Act 959.

Is the Attorney-General's legal action against the OSP a strategic misstep that could backfire?

A lawyer and MP, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, is questioning the Attorney-General's legal move against the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). He warns that prioritizing legal success over national interests could have unintended consequences - especially regarding governance and accountability.

A legal challenge to the OSP's powers has sparked debate - what options does the anti-corruption body have now?

A law lecturer, Professor Appiagyei-Atua, has weighed in on the High Court decision questioning the OSP's prosecutorial authority. The OSP plans to appeal, and the lecturer suggests a path - but questions remain about the scope of the OSP's mandate.