Galamsey
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We reported galamsey sites to relevant authorities, but nothing happened – Tanoso Ankobeahene
The Ankobeahene of the Tanoso Traditional Council, Nana Okofo Dartey Amoako Atta, has questioned the handling of equipment seized during operations against illegal mining activities in the Tanoso area of the Ahafo Region. Nana Amoako Atta said he and other traditional leaders, youth representatives, assembly members, a...
Galamsey could cause major health crisis in Ghana soon – Medical experts warn
Medical and public health experts are warning that Ghana could face a major public health crisis within the next five years if urgent action is not taken to end the environmental and health consequences of illegal mining. The warning came during the 10th edition of the Loud and Green X Space, a discussion themed “Galam...
‘I’m ready to swear with the Bible, schnapps and eggs that I don’t do galamsey’ – Tanoso Ankobeahene
The Ankobeahene of the Tanoso Traditional Council, Nana Okofo Dartey Amoako Atta, has denied allegations that he is involved in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. Nana Okofo Dartey Amoako Atta was reportedly arrested by the Tanoso Police Command over alleged involvement in or cooperation with illegal mining a...
The Copper Nano-Remediation Strategy: Evaluating the risks for Ghana’s galamsey-impacted rivers
The Environmental Protection Authority of Ghana (EPA) has proposed deploying copper-based nano liquid technology on the Birim River in the Eastern Region. Similar copper-based nano liquid solutions have been proposed more broadly across the Ankobra, Pra, and Offin rivers. These waterways collectively drain a significan...
Galamsey could trigger major health crisis within five years — Medical experts warn
Ghana could face a major public health crisis within the next five years if urgent action is not taken to halt the environmental and health consequences of illegal mining, medical and public health experts have warned. They say the effects of galamsey extend beyond polluted water bodies and destroyed farmlands, with pr...
Those in opposition are not doing galamsey — NPP MP
The Member of Parliament for Mpraeso Constituency, Alexander Akwasi Acquah, has called for stronger action against illegal mining, insisting that the fight against galamsey must start with individuals connected to the current government. Speaking on UTV Ghana, he questioned why no high-profile individuals linked to ill...
Criminalise environmental destruction now – Annoh-Dompreh urges parliament
Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh is calling for urgent legislation to criminalise ecocide in Ghana, warning that the country can no longer treat environmental destruction as a minor regulatory offence.
TUTAG holds 51st Delegates Congress, calls for action on IGF, post-retirement contracts, and national issues
The Technical University Teachers’ Association of Ghana (TUTAG) convened its 51st Delegates Congress at Ho Technical University on Monday, March, 9 marking a pivotal transition in the leadership of the Association.
Paediatric Society of Ghana pens open letter to President Mahama on galamsey effects on Children
An Open Letter from the Paediatric Society of Ghana (PSG) To the President Parliament and Cabinet of The Republic of Ghana.
GRA Customs seizes 560 suspected galamsey engines at Tema Port
Officers of the Preventive Unit of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Customs Division have intercepted and seized 560 CHANG FANG diesel engines at the Golden Jubilee Terminal at Tema Port, in what authorities suspect were intended for illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) operations. The seizure occurred during a routi...
60% of our water bodies are polluted – Minority Chief Whip pushes Ecocide Law
Minority Chief Whip and Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh has called for urgent legislation to criminalise ecocide in Ghana, warning that environmental destruction is reaching alarming levels.
Coalition urges NPA to cut fuel supply to illegal miners to curb galamsey
A coalition of civil society organisations is calling on the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) to take decisive action against illegal mining by restricting fuel supplies to galamsey operators. In a petition dated April 18, 2026, and addressed to the Chief Executive of the NPA, Edudzi Tamakloe, the Coalition Against G...