3 d. ago Minerals Commission Board member warns Blue Water Guards against bribes

A Minerals Commission Board member has cautioned Blue Water Guards to reject bribes from galamsey operators and focus on their duties.

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4 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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7 d. ago Lands Minister commissions 3rd batch of 636 Blue Water Guards; pledges sustained fight against galamsey

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has commissioned the third batch of 636 Blue Water Guards as part of the government’s continuous efforts to combat illegal mining.

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7 d. ago Lands Minister Commissions Over 600 Blue Water Guards for Galamsey Fight

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/lands-minister-commissions-over-600-blue-water-guards-for-galamsey-fight/The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has commissioned the third cohort of the Blue Water Guards, describing the initiative as a critical step in Ghana’s intensified fight against illegal mining and environmental degradation. The Minister announced that the commissioning took place at the Ezinlibo Naval Base in the Jomoro Municipality, noting […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/lands-minister-commissions-over-600-blue-water-guards-for-galamsey-fight/

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9 d. ago Minerals Commission Commends Zijin Golden Ridge for Sustainable Mining Practices

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/minerals-commission-commends-zijin-golden-ridge-for-sustainable-mining-practices/The Minerals Commission praised Zijin Golden Ridge Limited on December 18, 2025, for adhering to high standards of sustainable and responsible mining at the Akyem gold operation in New Abirem, urging continued engagement with host communities. Regina Abbey, Principal Inspector at the Koforidua office, stated initial skepticism about the transition eased following observation of Zijin’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/minerals-commission-commends-zijin-golden-ridge-for-sustainable-mining-practices/

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9 d. ago Minerals Commission applauds Zijin for commitment to sustainable mining

Zijin Golden Ridge Limited has received strong commendation from the Koforidua Division of the Minerals Commission for its commitment to high standards of sustainable and responsible mining. The Commission has also urged the company to continue engaging its host communities to ensure peaceful coexistence. Speaking at the company’s End-of-Year Stakeholder Dinner, the Principal Inspector of […]

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9 d. ago Chiefs must be central to galamsey fight – National House of Chiefs President

The President of the National House of Chiefs, Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II, has appealed to government to urgently bring traditional authorities on board in the fight against illegal mining, warning that the galamsey menace is increasingly taking on national security dimensions.

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1 week ago 9 forest reserves reclaimed from illegal miners – Forestry Commission

Nine forest reserves have been rescued from the control of illegal miners as general improvement in the fight against illegal mining in the country is recorded in forest reserves, according to the Forestry Commission. 

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2 w. ago Roads Minister warns board against misuse of Road Maintenance Trust Fund

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has cautioned members of the newly inaugurated governing board of the Road Maintenance Trust Fund against mismanaging resources allocated to the institution.

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4 w. ago Eight Year Old Boy Drowns in Abandoned Manhole at Budumburam

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eight-year-old-boy-drowns-in-abandoned-manhole-at-budumburam/An eight year old boy died after drowning in a water filled abandoned manhole at Blue Rose Estate in Budumburam on Friday, November 28, despite swift response by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). The incident, which also trapped a second victim, has renewed concerns over poorly secured or neglected infrastructure in residential communities. Authorities […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eight-year-old-boy-drowns-in-abandoned-manhole-at-budumburam/

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