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Ghanaians have called for drastic approach to fighting illegal mining (galamsey) Illegal mining, widely referred to as galamsey, has resurfaced on social media, prompting strong protests from Ghanaian netizens against this ongoing issue. This reaction is on the back reports that some illegal miners in the Offin Shelterbelt forest reserve ambushed and attacked members of the Forestry Commission’s Rapid Response team. A member of the team was reportedly brutally attacked with a machete by the galamseyers slashing his knee and leaving him in a life-threatening condition. The miners were also reported to be heavily armed, carrying assault rifles and machetes.…

A founding member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has taken a swipe at the leadership of the committee investigating the reasons behind the party’s loss in the 2024 general elections. Dr Nyaho-Tamakloe expressed his concerns, questioning the moral standing of the party’s national executives in selecting and appointing former Speaker of Parliament, Professor Aaron Mike Oquaye as the chairman of the committee. According to him, Prof. Mike Oquaye, as he knows him, is not vocal or bold enough to speak his mind and express things as they truly are. “The national executives have no moral right to form a committee…

Benjamin Kofi Quashie, Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Council of Elders in South Africa, is advocating for the resourcing of the Ghana National Fire Service with modern equipment to enhance their effectiveness in combating the increasing number of fire outbreaks across the country. Speaking on JoyPrime’s morning show on Monday, Mr. Quashie stressed on the importance of equipping the Fire Service beyond just firefighting. “They should be properly resourced. Fire Service shouldn’t be limited to quenching fires only; they must be empowered to prevent disasters as well,” he stated. He acknowledged the growing fire outbreaks, referencing the Kantamanto…

In a landmark move to restore Ghana’s degraded forests and fight illegal mining, President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the ‘Tree for Life’ Reforestation Initiative at Nkawie in the Ashanti Region. The initiative, which was inaugurated on the occasion of the International Day of Forests, is a strategic national effort aimed at reversing deforestation, rehabilitating degraded lands, and ensuring long-term environmental sustainability. “This year’s theme, “forest and food,” reminds us that forests are not just landscapes of trees, but vital sources of sustenance, economic prosperity, and environmental stability. They provide us with food, medicine, clean air, water, and many…

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has emphasized the urgent need for clean cooking solutions in Ghana, highlighting that nearly 60% of the population still relies on traditional solid fuels like charcoal and firewood. To address these challenges, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition launched a two-day National Clean Cooking Policy and Strategy Workshop to engage key stakeholders in developing a structured framework for accelerating the adoption of clean cooking technologies. “The NCCP will offer regulatory and fiscal incentives to boost investments in the clean cooking sector and will support local industry development, ensuring the…

Economic diplomacy has emerged as a powerful instrument for nations aiming to bolster their development agendas, strengthen international relations, and ensure sustainable economic growth. For Ghana, President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) are actively embracing this approach through the ambitious #Reset Agenda a strategic framework designed to rebuild the economy, create employment, and harness the skills and expertise of the Ghanaian diaspora. In an era where global economic nationalism and protectionist policies are increasingly common, Ghana must skillfully leverage economic diplomacy to secure its place on the international stage and achieve lasting prosperity. Economic diplomacy, which…

The Executive Director of Eduwatch Africa, Kofi Asare has called for a complete overhaul of the Ghana School Feeding Programme (GSFP), advocating for its management to be fully transferred to district assemblies. Highlighting the scale of the GSFP, Asare noted that its budget for 2024 stands at a staggering GHC 1.4 billion, making it the second-largest government-funded school initiative after the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy. He stressed that “simply add one ghost name to each of the 10,000 beneficiary schools today, and that would be GHC 20,000 a day effortless profit from theft.” Enrollment padding, according to…

In a scathing critique of corruption in Ghana, Professor Stephen Kwaku Asare, a seasoned Research Fellow at the Center for Democratic Development (CDD–Ghana) has likened the country’s handling of the School Feeding Program scandal to a village that has made peace with looting. Using allegorical references to Chinua Achebe’s fictional “Umuofia”, Professor Asare painted a damning picture of a nation where corruption no longer sparks outrage, where public funds are stolen in broad daylight, and where institutions tasked with accountability are either complicit or powerless. “A few days ago, a respected former Elder stood before the people and revealed something…

In a momentous event at the Jubilee House, President John Dramani Mahama officially swore in the newly appointed members of the Armed Forces Council, reaffirming Ghana’s commitment to a disciplined, professional, and well-equipped armed force. This distinguished council, established under Article 211 of the 1992 Constitution, will play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership and oversight for the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). The council will be chaired by Vice President Naana Opoku-Agyemang, with other esteemed members including Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister of Defense, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, Minister of Interior, Daniel Addo,…

Wife, and Associates Locked Up in Jail Over Mega Fraud Shock In a jaw-dropping turn of events, the Former National Signal Bureau Kingpin, dubbed ‘James Bond’, and three cohorts find themselves behind bars as an eye-watering GHC260 million bail gets slapped on the table by the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO). The hefty sum, to be provided in surety along with surrendering their passports, aims to shield against potential flight risks posed by the accused quartet. The spotlight fell on former NSB Chief, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, and his spouse amid swirling accusations of their involvement in a massive multi-million dollar…