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Twelve remanded for illegal mining, polluting River Tano
The accused persons—who include a motor mechanic, trader, driver, farmer, student, mason, and several market women—have had their pleas formally entered.
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Charles Bissue, another face 15 criminal charges over galamsey licensing scandal
The charges, filed on April 28 before the Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, center on events between January and February 2019.
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Damang mine saga: Government, Gold fields reach amicable agreement
A statement signed by the spokesperson to the President indicates that, under the new agreement, Gold Fields will transition from an owner-mining model to a contractor-mining model.
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Mining in forest reserves will be met with severe consequences – Lands Minister Warns
Addressing new recruits during the Blue Water Guards' graduation ceremony, Mr. Buah reaffirmed the government’s unwavering stance on environmental protection.
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Eastern region security taskforce arrests 8 in fresh crackdown on illegal mining
The operation, conducted on Friday, involved a joint team of police officers from the Eastern Regional Command and military personnel from the Southern Command.
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Eleven arrested for illegal mining in Western Region
The arrests followed a targeted operation on March 31, 2025, around midday, acting on credible intelligence aimed at clamping down on illegal mining in the area.
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IGP declares war on illegal mining, describes it as national security threat
Speaking at the Regional Police Commanders' Conference, COP Yohuno highlighted the alarming rise in criminal activities linked to illegal mining, particularly in the Western North region.
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Forestry Commission cracks down on illegal mining in Tano Anwia forest reserve
The team also seized an excavator and two gold detector machines during the raid in Compartments 17 and 63 of the reserve.
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I'll uphold national interest in CASSIUS Mining case-AG nominee
With a distinguished career spanning over three decades and a doctorate from Stanford University, Dr. Ayine pledged to uphold constitutional values and prioritize Ghana's interests.
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Mali wins $160m in gold mining dispute against Australian company
The decision follows the unexpected detention of the company's CEO, Terry Holohan, and two other employees during a trip to the capital, Bamako, intended for what was expected to be routine discussions.
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40 Changfans burnt, 5 suspects detained in Birim River galamsey crackdown
The operation is part of a broader effort to tackle illegal mining, or "galamsey," which has been damaging the environment in the region.
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49-year-old Chinese arrested for illegal mining
The suspect, Lin Chil, is currently in the custody of the Bibiani Police assisting with investigations.
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Lawyer Michael Akafia is new President of Ghana Chamber of Mines
He succeeds Joshua Mortoti, who recently resigned from Gold Fields Ghana, after his crucial role in promoting the Chamber’s goals.
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218 illegal miners arrested between January and December 2023 – Forestry Commission
Out of the number, 24 have been prosecuted and jailed, while the rest await various trials
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It’s good A-G is going to appeal Aisha Huang ruling – Martin Kpebu
The Chinese national was sentenced to four and a half years in prison in addition to a fine of GH₵48,000 by an Accra High Court on Monday, December 4, 2023.
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Aisha Huang: AG intends to appeal 4 and half year sentence
In a statement Tuesday, Mr. Dame said he intends to file an appeal at the Court of Appeal to apply the new sentencing regime imposed by the Minerals and Mining (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 995) to the accused person.
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Register all Excavators at MMDAs within 7 days- Lands Minister tells owners
The Minister’s statement notes first of all that this has become necessary due to the devastating effect of ‘galamsey’ and as a fallout of the national Consultative Dialogue which empowered him to take appropriate steps to give effect to it...
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Special Prosecutor begins investigations into suspected corruption involving illegal mining
According to a statement dated October 10, 2022, and signed by the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agayabeng, it stated that the investigations target officials from the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the Forestry Commission.
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Appiate Explosion: Government imposes $6m fine on Maxam Ghana Limited
In a statement, the Ministry said Maxam’s license will only be restored after the company has paid $ 1 million dollars of the fine. The Ministry has also directed that the additional $ 5 million fine be paid in 18 month installments from Ma...
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War against illegal mining: 200 river guards to be deployed this year
The Deputy Minister also announced that the Mining Development Unit (MDU) of the Ministry would be launched this year.
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