Editorial: Protecting Our Farms from the Scourge of Illegal Mining

The destruction of over 2,000 rubber trees on a six-hectare plantation belonging to Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL) is more than an unfortunate corporate loss—it is a national tragedy. This…

Illegal Mining Destroys 2,000 Rubber Trees on GREL Plantation

The management of Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL) has expressed deep concern after nearly 2,000 rubber trees on a six-hectare plantation were destroyed by the activities of illegal miners. The…

President Mahama: Galamsey Fight Is Complex, But “Aluta Continua”….

Former President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his resolve in addressing the widespread issue of illegal mining in Ghana, popularly known as galamsey. Speaking candidly, the President admitted that the…

Galamsey: Generational Rights Protection Society protests for stronger action

The Generational Rights Protection Society is ramping up pressure on the government to take decisive action against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. The protest, led by media personality Okatakyie …

I won’t renew Zoomlion contract if sweepers’ salary remains GH¢250 – Basintale declares

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Malik Basintale, has made a firm declaration not to renew the existing contract with Zoomlion Ghana Limited if the current…

Government, Goldfields reach transitional deal on Damang Mine

Government and Goldfields Ghana Limited have reached an amicable agreement on transitional arrangements for the Damang Mine. This will pave the way for renewed operations and potential Ghanaian ownership. This…

Akonta Mining Responds to Government After Plan to Revoke License: “We Are Not Responsible”

Company insists innocence, distances itself from alleged illegal mining in forest reserves Accra, Ghana — In the wake of the government’s move to revoke the mining license of Akonta Mining…

Government Revokes Wontumi’s Akonta Mining License Over Illegalities

A bold step in the fight against illegal mining sparks national debate Accra, Ghana — In a decisive move that has stirred national conversation and rekindled public discourse on environmental…

One dead in fire at Madina Redco, over 150 structures destroyed

A devastating fire broke out near the Madina Redco Flats at 11:15 p.m. last night, engulfing approximately 140 wooden and 20 metal structures used for both commercial and residential purposes.…

10 more arrested for galamsey in Tano Nimiri forest

The Ghana Police Service has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining activities in the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve and along the Tano River of the Western Region, arresting ten more…

W/R: Military destroys hidden galamsey settlement of over 10,000 residents

The military has stormed and demolished a hidden settlement with a population of over 10,000 residents in the Western Region. The Abrewa Ne Nkran community, which lacks basic social amenities…

We’ll patrol relentlessly to stop rebuilding of galamsey camp – FC’s W/Regional Manager

The Western Regional Manager of the Forestry Commission, Nana Poku Bosompim, has vowed that illegal miners will not be allowed to return to slums that were recently destroyed during a…

Police crack down on illegal mining, 26 arrested in major galamsey bust near Samreboi

In a decisive operation conducted by the Ghana Police, twenty-six individuals have been arrested in connection with illegal mining activities in a forest reserve near Samreboi in the Western Region.…

15 excavators seized amidst controversy in a fresh Tano Anwia raid

The legal concession owner in the Tano Anwia Forest Reserve in the Western Region has teamed up with the Forestry Commission to flush out armed criminals who have entrenched illegal…

Regard illegal miners as ‘dangerous terrorists’ – Kofi Buah

The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah says illegal miners, or galamsey operators, should be viewed as “terrorists” who are actively endangering the lives of Ghanaians. “We can’t…

Only 48% of produced water gets to final consumer – GWL

The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has raised concerns over the significant loss of water in its distribution system, revealing that only 48 percent of the water it produces successfully reaches…

Mahama bans government officials from mining

President John Dramani Mahama has issued a directive barring government officials from engaging in any form of mining, whether legal or illegal, with immediate effect. He stressed that any official…

Shoot to kill – Netizens call for stiffer approach after galamseyers attacked operatives of Forestry Commission

The escalating conflict between illegal miners, known locally as ‘galamseyers,’ and Ghanaian authorities has reached a critical point, prompting citizens to demand more stringent measures. A recent incident in the…

We must completely reform the licensing regime – Lands Minister

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has stressed the urgent need for a comprehensive reform of Ghana’s mining licensing regime to address the environmental crisis caused…

IGP declares an all-out war, orders Regional Commanders to tackle illegal mining

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has declared an all-out war on illegal mining, also known as “galamsey,” saying it poses a serious threat to national…