Eastern Regional Minister Seth Kwame Acheampong called for responsible media practices to ensure peaceful elections in December. Addressing the Regional May Day Celebration held at Jubilee Park in Koforidua on May 1, 2024, Seth Acheampong emphasized the media’s role as “custodians of truth,” stating that they must combat misinformation and disinformation to maintain peace and […] The post Media
A Police Officer – Staff Sergeant (S/Sgt) Isaac Akwasi Aning and seven others have been arraigned and charged over some $523k gold scam transactions. The transaction involved six Ghanaians and two Turkish nationals (victims). S/Sgt. Akwasi Aning (6th Accused) together with Samuel Adu Kumi, (1st Accused) Benjamin Kakpo Addoquaye aka Ketuketu, (2nd Accused), Isaac Offei […] The post Police
The Member of Parliament for Asuogyaman and the District Chief Executive for North Tongu, along with the owner of the Hyundai Gold 5-tonne vehicle involved in the rail accident, have collectively debunked claims of political sabotage as the cause of the train crash on the Tema-Mpakadan road. The incident took place on Thursday, April 18, […] The post MP, DCE debunk political sabotage
A foreign-owned mining company is reported to have taken over 100 hectares of rehabilitated cocoa farms at Nkawie in the Ashanti region, allegedly without authorisation, denying the farmers access to their farmlands. According to TV3 News, the company, MIGOP Mining Limited, is conducting mining exploration and development activities in five cocoa communities in the Atwima […] The post Ashanti
Despite millions of dollars invested in Ghana’s health systems to combat HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria, life-saving drugs and healthcare products for these ailments have been stuck at the Tema Harbour for over ten months. For those who depend on these medicines, the continued delay in clearing these medications put their lives at risk. Ghana is […] The post Stuck
Despite millions of dollars invested in Ghana’s health systems to combat HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria, life-saving drugs and healthcare products for these ailments have been stuck at the Tema Harbour for over ten months. For those who depend on these medicines, the continued delay in clearing these medications put their lives at risk. Ghana is […] The post Global
Ghanaian entertainment pundit, Emmanuel Barnes, also referred to as Mr. Logic, has stated that he spends GH¢8,000 a day on average. The post I spend at least GH¢8k everyday – Mr. Logic first appeared on 3News.
The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has stated that the global shift towards sustainable energy sources is putting National Oil Companies (NOCs) under significant pressure. According to PIAC, factors such as climate change awareness, energy security needs, and advancements in renewable technologies, are challenging the traditional oil and gas industry. PIAC in its latest […] The post Energy
In Akyem, the Learnership Trainee Programme has been instrumental in providing young people with the skills needed for building careers in mining. Launched in November 2015, the initiative is part of Newmont’s effort to contribute to the local community by training youth in operational and employable skills. As the programme entered its eighth (8th) year […] The post
The Mining Income Investment Fund (MIIF), is on the verge of piloting what has been described as the most revolutionary financing initiative for small scale gold mining in Africa. This was disclosed by the CEO of MIIF, Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng at the Distinguished Speaker Series at the University of Mines and Technology, UMat, Tarkwa. […] The post Small-scale
Oxford Business Group (OBG) and MIIF have published its comprehensive report titled “ESG in Ghana’s Mining Sector,” shedding light on the pivotal role of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations in shaping the nation’s mining landscape. The report delves into the evolution of Ghana’s mining industry, exploring how ESG policies and initiatives are driving responsible […] The post
By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Accra Metropolitan Assembly’s (AMA) jurisdiction has been chosen as the pilot project location for a sports and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) cities initiative in Africa. The project, a collaboration between the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), aims to promote physical activity within urban […] The post
The Electoral Commission (EC) has declared that the filing fees for the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections will not be different from those charged during the 2020 polls. The EC has set the filing fee for presidential candidates at GH¢100,000 while maintaining the filing fee for parliamentary candidates at GH¢10,000. During the 2020 polls, the […] The post 2024
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that Ghana is set to commence large-scale salt production. He attributes this development to the Ada Songhor Salt project, led by Electrochem Salt Mine Limited, which he believes will significantly transform the Ghanaian economy. On Ghana’s 67th Independence Day in Koforidua, Eastern Region, on March 6, the President […] The post Ghana
Economic and social activities in Bompieso, in the Prestea-Huni Valley Municipality of the Western Region, came to a standstill on Friday, 1st March 2024 when the Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, responsible for Mines, Hon. George Mireku Duker, led a delegation to officially launch the Bompieso Community Mining Scheme. This initiative is expected […] The post Bompieso
The Resilience Against Climate Change (REACH) project recently held a significant ceremony in Wa, capital of the Upper West Regional, where conservation agriculture (CA) tools worth over GH¢650,000 were handed over to key partners. The event marked a crucial step in advancing sustainable agriculture practices in the region. The specialized CA tools, including no-till planters, […] The post
Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah The Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has called on government to ensure that mining communities adhere to the law governing the Read More... The post ‘Adhere To Community Mining Laws’ appeared first on
Workers at the Future Global Resources Bogoso-Prestea Mines have rejected recapitalization and restructuring proposals by Blue Holdings in response to workers’ recent demonstrations urging the government to bring in new investors, following FGR’s failure to invest in the mines. FGR in a February 26 statement disclosed that it has In a statement released on February […] The post FGR
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Obuasi AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine (AGA) has constructed a new building for the Obuasi District Police Headquarters, in a bid to enhance security and safety of the communities within the Obuasi catchment area. The building was constructed at a cost of GH₵2.13million. Located at New Bidiem, the land for the building was […] The post
By Kizito CUDJOE The Senior Minister of Cambodia and President of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention, Dr. Ly Thuch, has called for action to encourage the remaining non-state parties in Africa – Egypt, Libya and Morocco – to join the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or Mine Ban Treaty. This is seen as a crucial step […] The post African
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