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Western Regional Minister warns illegal miners over destruction of rubber plantations
10+ hour, 26+ min ago (274+ words) Rubber plantations destroyed by illegal miners in Western Region The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has issued a strong warning to individuals engaged in illegal mining activities on rubber plantations in the region. The caution follows a joint visit by…...
ICU-Ghana vows to protect VALCO, opposes foreign equity
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (242+ words) The Industrial and Commercial Workers" Union (ICU-Ghana) has reaffirmed its commitment to working with all stakeholders to stabilise and optimise operations at Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO) for the benefit of the country. This assurance was given at the inauguration…...
Inside Ghana's Damang mine takeover - 10 facts about the crucial transition
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (367+ words) The mining industry in Ghana is on the cusp of a major transition. The government is close to assuming "control of the Damang Mine from Abosso Gold Fields Limited. Exclusive transition documents sighted by Citi News reveal that the takeover…...
Chamber of Mines commends government, Atlantic Lithium for Ewoyaa lease ratification
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (304+ words) The Ghana Chamber of Mines has commended government and Atlantic Lithium Limited on the successful ratification of the Ewoyaa Mining Lease, marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to harness its critical mineral resources for sustainable economic growth and…...
Asanko Gold seals $400m Rabotec deal to drive jobs, local capacity
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (550+ words) Asanko Gold Ghana LTD has signed a $400 million, four-year contract with Rabotec Engineering and Construction to deepen local participation in its mining operations while boosting employment and skills development in line with Ghana's local content agenda. According to the company,…...
African mining unions push for control, unity over resources
1+ week, 2+ day ago (409+ words) Trade union leaders in Africa's mining sector have called for renewed unity and firmer control over the continent's vast natural resources, warning of deepening exploitation in a rapidly shifting global economy. The call came at the 3rd Executive Council Meeting of…...
Local gold refining key to industrial growth — Prof. Opoku Agyemang
1+ week, 3+ day ago (173+ words) The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has called for greater value addition to Ghana's raw materials, particularly gold, to strengthen the country's position in the global market. She emphasised that Ghana must move beyond exporting raw resources and focus…...
Galamsey fight: 237 arrested so far – NAIMOS
1+ week, 4+ day ago (262+ words) The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has disclosed that it has made 237 arrests in its ongoing crackdown on illegal mining activities across the country. According to the secretariat, the majority of those arrested are foreign nationals, highlighting the extent…...
Mining will continue, but galamsey risks must be curbed - NAIMOS
1+ week, 4+ day ago (205+ words) Col. Dominic Buah, Director of Operations at NAIMOS The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat has emphasized that mining in Ghana will continue, but the threats posed by galamsey must be addressed to protect public health and safeguard the environment. Col....
Galamsey: All seized excavators, weapons are intact - NAIMOS
1+ week, 4+ day ago (250+ words) The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has assured the public that all excavators confiscated during its anti-illegal mining operations across Ghana remain fully accounted for and secure. The clarification comes amid growing public interest and scrutiny over the handling…...