Illegal mining threatens gari and palm oil – Research
A study by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Pure Earth has revealed alarming levels of mercury, arsenic, lead, and other toxic metals in areas of Ghana affected by illegal small-scale gold mining, otherwise known as “galamsey”. The research, which covered the Ashanti, Eastern, Central, Western, Western North, and Savannah regions, shows how galamsey is […]
Finance Ministry pushes for collective action on Ghana Infrastructure Plan
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has called on all stakeholders to rally behind the newly launched Ghana Infrastructure Plan (GIP), describing it as a defining step toward building a modern, connected, and resilient nation. Speaking at the official launch of the Plan, Mr. Nyarko Ampem reaffirmed government’s commitment […]
Government mourns former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Government of Ghana has announced with deep regret the untimely passing of Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady and founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Government Communications, Mrs. Rawlings passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, after a […]
Ghana Free Zones Authority backs government’s new infrastructure plan
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) has pledged its full support for the implementation of the 40-Year Ghana Infrastructure Plan (GIP), unveiled by the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) in Accra. The plan, themed “The GIP is the Foundation of Ghana’s Long-term National Development,” serves as a comprehensive blueprint to […]
