On this year’s World Water Day, attention has turned to the Ankobra River, which continues to face severe threats from illegal mining activities (galamsey). Environmental advocates and local communities are calling on President John Dramani Mahama and authorities to take decisive action, including leveraging AI technology, to protect the river and hold perpetrators accountable. Images […]
By King Amoah, Our Editor reports A growing wave of public dissatisfaction is sweeping across Ghana as opinion polls indicate a deep seated skepticism regarding President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to tackling illegal mining. The recent admission from the President himself acknowledging that some of his appointees including Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MCEs […]
President John Mahama admitted the involvement of fellow National Democratic Congress members in illegal gold mining practices. Illegal mining, known as ‘galamsey’, has heavily impacted Ghana’s environment and agriculture sectors. In 2025, the Attorney General ordered an investigation into NDC officials linked to illegal mining activities. President John Mahama has admitted that people affiliated with […]
By King Amoah Atiwa East District in the Eastern Region is teetering on the brink of public unrest as chorus of poputclar activists of traditional chiefs and opinion leaders intensifies their demand for the immediate removal of the District Chief Executive (DCE), Ernest Ntim. The persistent allegations of his active xtct tc5ct t illegal mining […]
The recent arrest and interception of Chafang machines at the port by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) represents a bold and highly strategic milestone in Ghana’s relentless fight against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. For years, galamsey has posed a serious threat to our environment, polluting vital water bodies such as the Pra, […]
By King Amoah, Kumasi While citizens voice their frustrations over the deteriorating state of roads across the Atwima Kwanwoma Constituency, a powerful contrast has emerged. Amidst a community where more affluent residents are capable of contributing to road maintenance it remains conspicuously silent. However one individual has stepped forward not only to address the issue […]
Nine illegal miners have been reported dead following a mine collapse at Tontokrom in the Asutifi South District in the Ahafo Region. Four others sustained injuries and have been rushed to a nearby health facility for treatment. The mine, located in Asutifi South, has been identified as a hotspot for illegal mining activities, locally known […]
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has taken a bold and innovative step towards restoring Ghana’s polluted water bodies, and the efforts of EPA CEO deserve commendation and recognition. In a groundbreaking initiative, the EPA has piloted a ‘copper-based’ nano liquid technology to clean up the polluted Birim River. This pioneering approach showcases the authority ‘s […]
By King Amoah, Kumasi In a strong affirmation that the law is no respecter of persons, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atiwa East in the EasternRegion Ernest Owusu Ntim has been sentenced to eight days imprisonment for his active involvement in illegal mining activities popularly known as galamsey. His junior brother Bismark Ntim who […]
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah, has issued a stern warning that the government will deploy the full force of the military and police against any community that attempts to attack or obstruct the operations of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Secretariat (NAIMOS). His warning follows recent attacks on NAIMOS officers at […]
