Repurposing Seized Galamsey Water Pumps for Agricultural Growth
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources in Ghana is taking decisive action to address the issue of illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey. A recent initiative has seen…
Eight Galamseyers Arrested in Bosomtwe: Threat to Local Education and Health
In a significant operation, national security operatives in the Ashanti Region have arrested eight illegal miners, commonly referred to as galamseyers, in the Konkoma area of the Bosomtwe District. This…
NAIMOS and Ashanti REGSEC Smash Major Illegal Mining Network in Oda River Forest Reserve
A joint security operation by the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) and the Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has dismantled a sprawling illegal mining network operating deep within the…
Govt Revokes 278 Small-Scale Mining Licenses over regulatory breaches
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has recently announced a significant decision to revoke 278 small-scale mining licenses across the nation. This action comes as a direct response to…
Galamsey: A Looming Threat to Ghana’s 2028 Elections
Illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey, continues to pose a significant threat to both the environment and economy of Ghana. Political scientist Dr. Asah Asante has raised concerns about…