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Anti-Galamsey protestors granted ¢70k bail each

An Accra High Court presided over by Justice Comfort Tasiame, has granted bail to Ama Governor and eight other individuals involved in recent anti-galamsey...

Postpone strike, focus on long-term solutions to galamsey – Akpaloo tells Organised Labour

The flagbearer of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), Kofi Akpaloo, has urged Organised Labour to reconsider its planned nationwide strike, set to begin...

Aggrieved NIA workers declare strike over delayed implementation of Service Scheme

The Divisional Executives Council of the Public Services Workers Union (PSWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Ghana, representing the National Identification Authority (NIA)...

Galamsey: Charismatic Bishops pray for deliverance to protect Ghana’s natural resources

The Ghana Charismatic Bishops’ Conference has offered fervent prayers, seeking divine intervention to protect Ghana from economic activities that harm the nation’s natural resources,...

Fertility Society of Ghana links galamsey chemicals to rising infertility rates

Health experts are sounding the alarm over the severe impact of illegal mining, or "galamsey," on fertility rates in Ghana, linking the issue to...

N/R: Interior Minister extends curfew hours in Kpatinga

The Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey has officially renewed the curfew hours for Kpatinga and its surrounding areas through an Executive Instrument. This decision...

20-year-old robbery suspect escapes Police custody in Juaboso

A 20-year-old man, Yaw Tawiah, also known as Jah Boy, has escaped from police custody, prompting an ongoing investigation, sources at the Juaboso District...

Okudzeto Ablakwa dares Napo to prove LGBTQ curriculum claims

Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has thrown a challenge to Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (Napo) over recent claims regarding his...

Prophet Nigel Gaisie predicts historic defeat for NPP in upcoming elections [Video]

Ghanaian prophet Nigel Gaisie has predicted a massive defeat for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming general elections. Speaking on his spiritual...

Their behaviour landed them in trouble – Akufo-Addo justifies detention of anti-Galamsey protestors

In the wake of growing calls for the release of the 53 detained anti-Galamsey protesters, President Akufo-Addo has spoken against suggestions that the government...

Ascension Trust UK partners TAC-GH to screen 8,000 people

  The church is gradually moving from the old ways of winning souls through crusading and evangelism to a more diversified approach . As part of...

ECOWAS pesticide registration harmonization set to transform West Africa’s agricultural industry

Industry leaders and stakeholders in the agricultural sector from west African countries gathered for the “Information and Exchange Workshop” in Accra, Ghana, marking a...

Six arrested in connection with lynching of prison officer in Kasoa

Six suspects have been arrested in connection with the brutal lynching of Lance Corporal Gideon Adu Boakye, a prison officer stationed at the Nsawam...

NERG warns against vandalism, religious divisiveness ahead of elections

The National Election Response Group (NERG), formed under the Electoral Violence Monitoring, Analysis, and Mitigation (E-MAM) project, has issued its first update on the...

Fetish Priests Association to embark on nationwide protest over galamsey

The Fetish Priests Association of Ghana, led by its President, Kwaku Bonsam, has announced plans to embark on a nationwide protest in response to...

French countries exiting ECOWAS has ‘worsened’ security – Akufo-Addo

Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo said he hoped Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger would rejoin the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) regional bloc,...

COCOBOD sensitizes farmers on proper farming methods

Cocoa farmers have been urged to avoid using mosquito nets and polythene materials in the fermentation of cocoa beans, opting instead for plantain leaves,...

Berekum East MP awards 19 pre-tertiary teachers for exceptional service

In recognition of their dedication and hard work, 19 pre-tertiary school teachers in the Berekum East Municipality have been honored by Nelson Kyeremeh, the...

YEA’s life-changing programme arms 3,000 youth with skills and startup capital

Over 3,000 Youth Employment Agency (YEA) beneficiaries have received vital equipment and financial support to kickstart their entrepreneurial journeys. Employment and Labour Relations Minister, Ignatius...

Galamsey: Organised Labour would be acting as toothless bulldog if strike fails – Newsfile caller

A concerned citizen has expressed strong support for Organised Labour to follow through with its plans for a strike over the illegal mining (galamsey)...

Police Service react to accident involving truck with its stickers at Nkonsa  

The Ghana Police Service has disassociated itself from an accident involving a truck with its stickers at Nkonsa in the Ashanti Region. Following viral videos...

Police can’t keep anyone arrested beyond 48hrs without arraignment – Bobby Banson

Lawyer and lecturer, Bobby Banson has stated that the police do not have the legal authority to hold arrested individuals in custody for more...

John Dumelo, Efia Odo grace anti-galamsey demo finale [Video]

The final day of the anti-galamsey protest recorded significant support from prominent figures, including actor and politician John Dumelo and social media influencer, Efia...

Anti-galamsey protest: Work together to address illegal mining – UN urges Ghana

The United Nations has called on Ghanaians to work together to eradicate illegal mining, which continues to wreak havoc on the environment, economy, and...

Galamsey: We don’t value lives in Ghana – Dr Kofi Boakye-Appiah

A medical doctor and Research Immunologist, Dr. Justice Kofi Boakye-Appiah has expressed deep concern over the widespread impact of illegal mining widely known as...

We have to declare state of emergency over galamsey – Policy Analyst

A policy analyst and gender advocate, Dr Araba Etrew, has called for the declaration of a state of emergency in Ghana to address the...

What would Ghana lose if no new mining licenses are issued and L.I. 2462 repealed? – Professor asks Akufo-Addo

Professor of Business and Society and Research Lead at the School of Business and Law, Buckinghamshire New University, UK, has added his voice to...

Former Shaft FM workers congratulate former GM on her enstoolment as queen mother

Former workers of Obuasi-based radio station, Shaft FM have congratulated their former General Manager, Victoria Owusu on her enstoolment as queen mother of Toase. They...

New waste recycling plant in Nalerigu boosts sanitation efforts, creates 600 Jobs

In a bold move to environmental sustainability, the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), in partnership with the Government of Ghana, has officially commissioned a...

Adansihene vows to chase away disrespectful MDCEs, MPs from palace visit

The Adansihene, Opagyakotwere Bonsra Afriyie II, has issued a stern warning to Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCEs) and Members of Parliament (MPs) in...

UG refutes claims of mandatory Apple devices for Computer Science students

The University of Ghana has addressed and dismissed a false and misleading message circulating about a supposed requirement for students in the Department of...

Multiple students injured as Kwahu Tafo SHS bus is involved in accident

A bus carrying students and teachers from Kwahu Tafo Senior High School has been involved in a serious accident at Akyem Ettukrom along Osiem...

Catholic Church to lead protest walk against galamsey on Oct. 11

The Catholic Archdiocese of Accra, in partnership with the Conference of Major Superiors of Religious, Ghana, and Catholic Lay Faithful and Professionals, is set...

Lands Ministry receives petition from #FreeTheCitizens protestors

Representatives from the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources have officially received a petition from the demonstrators of the #FreeTheCitizens and #StopGalamseyNow. The petition was...

Foreign Affairs Ministry issues red alert to Ghanaians in Lebanon

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has asked Ghanaians in Lebanon to be cautious amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The Ministry has said...

Organised Labour can’t call off intended strike if demand isn’t met – Expert

A labour expert, Senyo Adjabeng, has stated that Organised Labour cannot back down on their planned strike action in protest against illegal mining (galamsey)...

Galamsey: Small-scale miners seek engagements with gov’t, Organised Labour

The Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners is seeking discussions with the government and Organized Labour to address the environmental threats posed by illegal...

Galamsey: How much time is more time? – UTAG asks Akufo-Addo

The National President of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has expressed doubts about President Akufo-Addo’s call for more time from Organised Labour...

Galamsey: Govt committed to sustainable mining – Fatimatu Abubakar

Information Minister, Fatimatu Abubakar has reaffirmed the government's commitment to collaborating with all relevant stakeholders in addressing Ghana's illegal mining crisis, commonly referred to...

BudgIT Ghana launches ‘Tracka platform’ to boost accountability in gov’t projects

In other to enhance transparency and citizen engagement in public service delivery, BudgIT Ghana has officially launched its TRACKA platform. This innovative tool empowers citizens,...