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 […]
By King Amoah Ghana’s relentless battle against illegal small scale mining popularly known as galamsey can finally be won if a Special National Committee is instituted to address the menace, Apostle Kwaku Appiah a prominent Minister of God in Kumasi has disclosed. Apostle Appiah who is the Head Pastor of the Faith Outreach Ministries at […]
A recent near-fatal incident involving a massive rolling stones at Buoho in the Afigya Kwabre South District has dramatically highlighted the extreme danger faced by the residents and the urgent appeal for the immediate removal of all encroachers from the quarry zones. Residents who have encroached the quarry areas at Buoho a town near Kumasi […]
By King Amoah Despite President John Dramani Mahama’s strenuous efforts to curb the menace of illegal mining, locally known as galamsey, a concerning narrative is emerging from the Eastern Region. Reports indicate that some of his own District Chief Executives (DCEs) are allegedly thwarting these efforts as they actively engaging in the very practice they […]
By King Amoah The 2nd National Vice President of the National Association for Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG) Hon Daniel Kwaku Mensah popularly known as DKM has launched a scathing critique against the government’s strategy for combating illegal mining (galamsey) alleging the widespread complicity among the security forces. In an exclusive interview with the Correspondent […]
