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Mr. Benjamin Kofi Quashie, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Council of Elders Chair for South Africa, has revealed that illegal mining, popularly called galamsey, has no place in President John Dramani Mahama’s government.He said the eradication of the menace is dear to the President’s heart.In an interview on Class 91.3FM on Friday, 7th February, 2025, Mr. Quashie intimated that law enforcement agencies are gradually driving out illegal miners from forest reserves and water bodies.”We’ve directed law enforcement agencies to gradually get rid of illegal miners. The process started as soon as we won the elections. Adding to the menace is…

The Chief Finance Officer of MTN Ghana, Antoinette Kwofie, has called for the unification of regulations across the continent to facilitate the attraction of capital to invest in the infrastructure on the continent.Participating in a panel discussion at the 2025 Africa Prosperity Dialogues (APD) on the topic, “Filling the Funding Gap for Infrastructure”, Antoinette Kwofie underscored the importance of collaboration among African nations in achieving sustainable growth.“As Africans, we need to start thinking as one unit. Success can be achieved by playing as a team. So, we need to start thinking about how we can collaborate across the different countries…

Street traders play an important role in tourism in South Africa. They provide affordable goods to tourists while generating employment for others. Some even source products locally, such as beadwork, traditional masks, woven baskets and various other souvenirs, creating linkages with domestic producers. Most of these traders are migrants from outside South Africa. South Africa is regarded as the preferred destination for migration in Africa. Migrancy scholars Jonathan Crush and Vincent Williams point to tourism and entry statistics from Statistics South Africa, visa overstay and deportation data, and refugee figures from the United Nations High Commission for Refugees to support…

The road remains dusty due to rehabilitation works being undertaken Residents and shop owners along the Somanya-Kpong and Somanya-Asitey roads in the Yilo Krobo and Lower Manya Krobo Municipalities of the Eastern Region have expressed concern that they were exposed to health hazards following the generation of dust as a result of rehabilitation works being undertaken on the road.They have called on the government to prevail on the Ghana Highway Authority (GHA), to ensure that the contractor working on the road executed the project such that it did not affect their health.The affected persons in separate interviews with GhanaWeb’s Eastern…

President John Mahama and the Chief Executive Officer of Eni, Claudio Descalzi engaged in discussions centered around the oil exploration firm’s ongoing contributions to Ghana’s energy sector and its broader economic diversification goals. During the meeting held today in Accra, Mr. Descalzi highlighted the significant achievements of the Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) project This landmark project represents the largest investment by a private company in Ghana and was completed ahead of schedule and under budget. With the first oil extracted in 2017 and the first gas production in 2018, the OCTP project has been a vital asset to Ghana’s…

In recent years, Ghana has been grappling with the adverse impacts of climate change, characterised by erratic rainfall patterns, rising sea levels, and frequent flooding. These challenges threaten the very fabric of life in Ghana, from agricultural productivity to infrastructure stability and human health. Amidst this grim scenario, an innovative solution has emerged, demonstrating how technology, specifically artificial intelligence (AI), can be harnessed to combat the effects of climate change and enhance climate literacy across diverse linguistic and cultural landscapes. Ghana’s climate crisis mirrors a global emergency, with local nuances reflecting the country’s geographical and socio-economic landscape. The nation is…

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has assured President John Dramani Mahama of an utmost diligent performance from he and his colleague Ministers. Speaking on behalf of his colleague Ministers during the swearing-in ceremony, Mr Ablakwa said they would serve the President and the nation with utmost diligence. He rendered his heartfelt appreciation to President Mahama for the confidence reposed in them. “We wish to assure His Excellency the President and the people of Ghana that we do not take this confidence for granted and we do not take lightly the responsibility that has been put in our…

The decision follows recent violent incidents in the town, including vehicle burnings AngloGold Ashanti Schools have announced a temporary closure due to rising security concerns in Obuasi. This decision follows recent violent incidents in the town, including the burning of vehicles and destruction of property, linked to clashes between small-scale miners and military personnel guarding the AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine. These clashes have reportedly resulted in eight deaths.In a press release dated January 19, 2025, the school management emphasized that the closure aims to ensure the safety of students, staff, parents, and other stakeholders. The schools will remain closed on…

Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, Finance Minister. The former Finance Minister has stressed the importance of respecting past decisions in governance, stating that continuity and understanding historical contexts are crucial for effective leadership. Dr Mohammed Amin Adam speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Wednesday, stressed that leaders cannot dismiss the work of their predecessors without first comprehending the reasoning behind their policies and actions. “You cannot just come in for one year without understanding the context, without understanding the background behind some of the decisions that he [Ken Ofori-Atta] made, and so we kept that good relationship,” Dr Amin Adam…

If you want to raise all the money before we campaign, We will wait forever. Let’s start! Behold the proverbial Ghanaian magician – whose lifestyle is not always explained by their meagre resources. The stuff of magic? We shall soon discover! In the run-up to the 2024 Presidential and Presidential elections, the NDC’s Gender Committee campaigned in eight regions, 55 constituencies and 165 Communities. This was a heavy lift, for which reason it did not fail to catch the attention of many. “So how does it work, Sodzi? After the party sets up the Committee, do they resource you to…