illegal mining

Ghana’s transport unions have withdrawn from a planned protest against illegal mining, but environmental groups continue the fight against galamsey.

GMet and GIHOC leaders threaten to sack employees participating in a nationwide strike, emphasizing their critical role in national security.

Energy expert Kwadwo Poku calls for honest collaboration between political parties to tackle illegal mining in Ghana, highlighting its political and environmental impacts.

President Akufo-Addo deploys police and military to tackle illegal mining as pressure mounts for decisive action against environmental damage

KEY POINTS Kathleen Addy, who is the current chairperson of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has called on the government to give everything it takes to end illegal…

Illegal mining, or galamsey, has caused significant environmental and social damage in Ghana. Despite efforts by President Akufo-Addo, the fight to end galamsey continues to face challenges.

Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng criticizes the current state of the NPP, highlighting issues within the party’s governance.

Ghana’s rivers have been severely affected by illegal mining activities, also known as galamsey, according to a former minister who chaired a committee to combat the menace. Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng,…

In a historic ruling, the Tarkwa Circuit Court has sentenced 21 Ghanaians to a total of 340 years in prison for illegal mining, commonly known as “galamsey,” in the Western…