Galamsey
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Galamsey draining tanker workforce – NPA raises concern over driver exodus
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has expressed concern over a growing number of tanker drivers and their assistants leaving the petroleum haulage sector for illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey.
NAIMOS arrests 6 Chinese nationals in armed galamsey operation on Nyaase River
The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has arrested six Chinese nationals for allegedly engaging in illegal mining along the Nyaase River, a tributary of the Tano River, at Kunsu Gyaenkontabuo in the Ahafo Ano South-West District of the Ashanti Region.
The Church of Pentecost raises alarm over galamsey impact on baptism and livelihoods
Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, says illegal mining, locally known as galamsey is increasingly disrupting both community livelihoods and religious practices in parts of the country.
Amend Section 25 of GoldBod Act to protect institutional mandates, prevent financial loss – APL
Policy think tank Africa Policy Lens (APL) is calling for an urgent amendment of Section 25 of the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140) to protect the mandates of mining sector institutions and prevent financial losses from duplicated functions. On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) signed an agree...
Galamsey fight: Colonel Buah exits operations role as NAIMOS gets new head
Government has confirmed a leadership change at Ghana’s National Anti-Illegal Mining Secretariat (NAIMOS), with Colonel S.K. Appiah taking over as Director of Operations from Colonel Dominic Buah as part of what authorities describe as a routine strategic rotation. The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources announced...
NAIMOS gets new Director of Operations
Colonel K.S. Appiah has taken office as the new Director of Operations at the National Anti-illlegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), taking over from Colonel Dominic Buah, who previously served in the role. This follows a formal handover ceremony held on Thursday, June 11, 2026. According to the government, the...
Chief of Staff tears as he apologises to Pentecost Church over Free Zones CEO’s conduct
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has publicly apologised to the leadership of the Church of Pentecost following recent comments made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr. Mary Awusi, which were perceived to be critical of the church.
Free Zones CEO Dr Mary Awusi apologises to Church of Pentecost Chairman over galamsey remarks
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Mary Awusi, has issued an apology to the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Eric Nyamekye following her earlier comments regarding his views on illegal mining, widely known as galamsey.
‘If people cannot think beyond party, they should stop opening their mouths’ — Rev. Prof Mante warns
A former Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rev. Prof Joseph Obiri Yeboah Mante, has issued a strong caution to Ghanaians against politicising the fight against illegal mining, insisting that national survival must take precedence over partisan interests. Speaking during a sermon on Sunday, April 26, at the...
‘We’re not afraid of anybody’- Rev Prof Mante fumes over ‘attack on clergyman for galamsey comments
A former Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rev. Prof. Joseph Obiri Yeboah Mante, has delivered a forceful condemnation of illegal mining, warning that political loyalties must never override the moral duty to protect Ghana’s environment. Speaking during a sermon on Sunday, April 26, at the Victory Congrega...
‘We’re not afraid of anybody’- Rev. Prof Mante fumes over attack on clergyman for galamsey comment
A former Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rev. Prof Joseph Obiri Yeboah Mante, has delivered a forceful condemnation of illegal mining, warning that political loyalties must never override the moral duty to protect Ghana’s environment. Speaking during a sermon on Sunday, April 26, at the Victory Congregat...
COKA confident of victory in NPP Ashanti regional chair race
Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, an aspirant for the Ashanti Regional chairmanship of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), says he is confident of victory in the party’s upcoming internal elections, describing his campaign as rooted in humility, unity and strong grassroots support. Speaking after a Mother’s Day service at th...