Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, Member of Parliament (MP) for Ellembelle, has called for a new and better approach to dealing with local level mining in the country. “The old approach has not stopped illegal mining activities and destruction of the environment, especially water-bodies – which is having negative effects on the health of individuals,” he […] The post Ellembelle
UBA official handing over the donation to the management of Madina Polyclinic Staff of the Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) has donated medical equipment to the Madina Polyclinic. It included Read More... The post #UMBCares Brings Cheer To Madina Polyclinic appeared
Youth supporters of Alhaji Nuhu Zaruk, a contender in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primaries in the Bimbilla constituency, have vandalized some properties belonging to the party. The angry supporters massed up at the constituency office on Tuesday evening, January 2, demanding reasons why Alhaji Zaruk’s name has been removed from the list containing […] The post NPP
The year 2023 is ending on a high note for the extractive sector. The sector, comprising mining and oil industries, exhibited resilience in the face of challenges. The country’s return to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) merely a year ago, a strategic move shrouded in the government’s resolute commitment to fostering prosperity without external aid. […] The post Extractive
A team of bankers is ordinarily not a regular sight in any health facility in Ghana. Therefore, many patrons of the Madina Poly Clinic might have wondered “why”, when a sharply dressed team from the Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) drove into the clinic’s compound here in Kekele, Madina; a popular, densely populated suburb of Accra. […] The post #UMBCares brings holiday
The National House of Chiefs has asked traditional leaders across the country to play key roles in addressing the long-standing issue of illegal mining as it continues to pose threats to water bodies and forest reserves. Following the recent arrest of individuals over illegal mining, the National House of Chiefs has tasked traditional leaders to […] The post Galamsey:
The Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has warned students to desist from attacking their teachers with dangerous weapons. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr Hadiza Asabe Mohammad issued the warning in a statement signed by the Information Officer, Jibrin Usman Kodo. Frowning at attacks on teachers by students, the commissioner […] The post ‘Stop
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has once again defended the controversial mining lease agreement between Ghana and Barari DV for lithium exploration in Ewoyaa, Central Region. Addressing concerns from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and stakeholders about perceived unfavourable terms, Jinapor assured that the agreement prioritizes value addition to Ghana’s green […] The post Jinapor
The Ghana Mineworkers’ Union (GMWU) of the TUC held its 12th Quadrennial Delegates Conference at Tarkwa in the Western region on December 13, as the mining sector continues to witness massive transformation in its labour market and labour relations landscape. This was amply demonstrated by GMWU General Secretary, Comrade Abdul-Moomin Gbana, when he delivered his […] The post
Ghanaian winger Osman Bukari has positioned himself strongly for a spot in the Black Stars’ 2023 AFCON squad following an impressive performance during Crvena Zvezda’s (Red Star Belgrade’s) UEFA Champions League campaign. Despite Red Star Belgrade’s exit from the competition at the group stage, finishing at the bottom of Group G with just one point, […] The post Osman
Given the state of governance in our country and the long-held conviction that the country has not had enough benefits from mining, it is understandable that there is suspicion about a significant transaction such as the grant of a lithium mining lease to a subsidiary of an Australian-listed mining company whose significant U.S. shareholder will […] The post Controversies
The Jospong Group of Companies, as part of its Annual Thanksgiving Service on Friday, December 8th, joined the National Chief Imam and the Muslim Ummah at the Joma Ablekuma Mosque to thank God for His mercies in 2023. The Group used the occasion to make a cash donation of GH¢10,000 to the National Chief Imam […] The post Jospong Group joins Ablekuma
Nana Bobie Ansah II, Chief of Bonwire in the Ejisu Municipality of the Ashanti Region, has stressed the need to prioritise digital skill training for entrepreneurs, emphasising that Digitalisation is the key to the success of modern business. According to him, in a world where technology has become an integral part of almost every industry, it […] The post Digital skill is important
The Vice President, Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged the United Nations (UN) to explore and navigate the gaps in peacekeeping, evaluate options for meaningful change and work towards outcomes to enhance effective operations. The Vice President made this remark at the opening session of the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Meeting in Accra yesterday. “Our collective mission […] The post Let’s
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