64 h. ago Selective Justice Eroding Trust in Anti Corruption Efforts, Says Prempeh

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/selective-justice-eroding-trust-in-anti-corruption-efforts-says-prempeh/Chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh has warned that perceived selective enforcement of anti corruption laws is steadily undermining public trust in Ghana’s justice system, weakening institutions meant to protect accountability and the rule of law. Speaking on JoyNews on Thursday, December 26, 2025, after the committee submitted its final report […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/selective-justice-eroding-trust-in-anti-corruption-efforts-says-prempeh/

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5 d. ago Minerals Commission, Chamber of Mines call for responsible partnership as Ghana

The Minerals Commission and the Ghana Chamber of Mines have reaffirmed the need for responsible investment, genuine partnerships and stronger local value creation as Ghana and China continue to deepen cooperation in the mining sector.

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1 week ago Chamber of Mines urges caution over proposed mineral royalty reforms

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has called for broader stakeholder engagement before government proceeds with a proposed Legislative Instrument (LI) to introduce a new sliding-scale mineral royalty regime, warning that the draft policy could undermine the competitiveness and long-term sustainability of the country’s mining sector.

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1 week ago Ghana Chamber of mines warns proposed gold royalty hike could harm industry

Ken Ashigbey, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, has cautioned that a proposed increase in gold royalties from 5% to between 5% and 11% could have a “debilitating impact” on the sector if rushed to Parliament without extensive stakeholder engagement. Speaking on the Joy Super Morning Show on Wednesday, Ashigbey highlighted that Ghana’s current corporate tax regime already makes the effective tax burden on gold miners one of the highest in Africa.

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1 week ago NPP hails Supreme Court suspension of Kpandai rerun as upholding rule of law

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to suspend the planned parliamentary election rerun in the Kpandai constituency, saying it reinforces respect for legal processes and the rule of law. Speaking to Joy News, Evans Nimako, Director of Elections for the NPP, stressed that the law must take precedence when election results are contested.

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1 week ago Deepening partisanship threatening Ghana’s unity – Prof. Oquaye warns

Former Speaker of Parliament, Professor Mike Oquaye, has cautioned that rising political polarisation in Ghana is weakening national cohesion and eroding public confidence in the rule of law.

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1 week ago Kpandai: If SC ruling goes against us, Ghana’s laws have stopped working – NPP’s Haruna Mohammed

The Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Haruna Mohammed, has warned that an unfavourable ruling by the Supreme Court in the Kpandai parliamentary dispute would signal a breakdown in the rule of law in Ghana.

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2 w. ago Chamber of Mines thanks government for scrapping VAT on exploration

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has expressed profound appreciation to the Government of Ghana for scrapping Value Added Tax (VAT) on exploration activities, an intervention the industry describes as timely, strategic, and essential for sustaining the country’s long-term mineral potential.

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2 w. ago Pass Minerals Revenue Management Act – Chamber of Mines president urges government

The President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Mr. Michael Edem Akafia, has called on government to urgently pass a Minerals Revenue Management Act to ensure greater transparency, accountability, and sustainable use of Ghana’s mineral wealth.

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2 w. ago Chamber of Mines reiterates the need for policy consistency in mining sector

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has renewed its call for stable and predictable mining policies, emphasising that long-term investment and sustainable industry growth depend heavily on policy consistency. The appeal was made during the 11th Ghana Mining Industry Awards (GMIA) held at the Movenpick Hotel in Accra.

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2 w. ago JUSAG condemns attack on Kwame Danso District Court; Demands justice and protection for Judiciary

The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has strongly condemned a violent attack on the Kwame Danso District Court, calling it a direct assault on the rule of law and the integrity of the country’s justice system.

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2 w. ago Masked disruptions in parliament shameful and undermining rule of law – Mahama Ayariga

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has criticised some Minority MPs for wearing face masks and disrupting proceedings in Parliament, describing their actions as “cowardly” and “shameful.” Speaking on the Joy Super Morning Show on Tuesday, Mahama Ayariga said such behaviour undermines the dignity of the House and the country’s commitment to the rule of law. “This is the country of the rule of law. We believe in the rule of law,” he said. “Why are you wearing face masks and disrupting parliamentary proceedings? This is very, very shameful that you wear face masks and come into the chamber as faceless people and be rude.”

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3 w. ago Abolish or Reform? Abu Jinapor counsels sober reflection on debate over future of Special Prosecutor’s Office

Ranking Member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee and MP for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor, on Thursday joined the national debate over whether the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has served its intended purpose or should be scrapped altogether, calling for sober reflection guided by the rule of law rather than partisan interest. Parliament on Thursday held a spirited debate on the relevance and constitutionality of the OSP, which has recently come under intense public scrutiny.

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3 w. ago Ghana Chamber of Mines condemns threats against AngloGold Ashanti, urges respect for rule of law

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has expressed deep concern over a one-week ultimatum issued by the Artisanal Small-Scale Miners Association (ASSMA) in Obuasi to the government and AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited (AGAG), describing the threats as a risk to peace and stability in the mining sector.

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4 w. ago Joyce Aryee Demands Gender Equity Reform in Ghana Mining Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joyce-aryee-demands-gender-equity-reform-in-ghana-mining-sector/Stateswoman Joyce Aryee has challenged Ghana’s mining industry to address systemic marginalization of women, describing current conditions as fundamentally unjust despite the sector’s potential to transform lives. The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines made these observations during a mentorship session with fellows of the Africa Extractive Media Fellowship (AEMF). […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joyce-aryee-demands-gender-equity-reform-in-ghana-mining-sector/

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