The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has announced plans to revoke the licenses of fifty large-scale mining companies found to be in breach of regulatory requirements. The decision follows a rigorous review of mining operations currently being undertaken by a special committee established at the directive of the Minister, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah. The committee is expected to announce the final list of affected companies in due course. According to the Ministry, the move forms part of government’s broader commitment to sanitise the mining sector and ensure safe, responsible practices. Officials emphasized that the review exercise is designed to...

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has voiced deep concern about the rising contamination of Ghana’s coastal waters, caused by illegal mining operations, commonly referred to as galamsey, as well as the careless disposal of plastic waste. She described the situation as a serious danger to the ocean environment and the livelihoods of fishing communities, emphasizing the urgent need for collective measures to safeguard the nation’s water bodies. The Vice President made these comments during an official visit to the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture, where she underscored the importance of protecting Ghana’s waters from harmful substances that threaten both...

The Forestry Commission (FC) has reinforced its leadership in sustainable forest governance with the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Governments of Ghana and the United Kingdom. The Agreement marks a significant milestone in deepening collaboration on forest legality, climate resilience, and responsible forest management, reaffirming the Commission’s central role in driving reforms that protect forest resources while promoting sustainable trade and livelihoods. The event brought together the leadership of the Forestry Commission, representatives of the UK Government, actors from the private sector, civil society organisations, and development partners, underscoring the shared commitment of both countries...

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Honourable  Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has tasked the newly inaugurated Governing Board of the Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO)to lead the transformation of Ghana’s vast bauxite resources into a thriving and sustainable aluminium. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, where 10 board members were sworn in, the Minister said the responsibility placed on the board was both national and historic. “Ghana is blessed with abundant bauxite resources, and your duty is to ensure these resources are converted into tangible economic benefits that will support industrial growth, create jobs, and strengthen our economy”, he stated. Hon. Buah...

 The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s participation in the cybersecurity sector following a meeting with a delegation from the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) West Africa Affiliate. The delegation, led by WiCyS West Africa President Ms. Olayinka Naa Dzama Wilson-Kofi, engaged the CSA on ongoing collaboration, organisational growth, and future areas of partnership aimed at empowering women and girls in the field. Acting Director-General of the CSA, Mr. Divine Selase Agbeti, assured the Authority’s continued support for WiCyS initiatives in the coming year. He emphasized the importance of strengthening WiCyS as a role model for...

The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), has held discussions with a delegation from Japan’s University of Tokyo to introduce a structured artificial intelligence (AI) and data science training programme for Ghanaian students. The engagement centered on the Resource Development in AI/Data Science for Africa’s Economic Growth Initiative, spearheaded by the Matsuo Laboratory of the University of Tokyo. The initiative seeks to build Africa’s AI capacity by expanding the Global Consumer Intelligence (GCI) programme to the continent, with a target of training 30,000 AI professionals over the next three years in collaboration with African...

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has brought festive cheer to children from care homes, basic schools, and partner institutions with an End-of-Year Christmas Party at the Efua Sutherland Children’s Park. The colourful celebration was led by the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, who described the gathering as both an expression of gratitude to God and a demonstration of the Ministry’s commitment to child welfare and social protection. Addressing children, caregivers, and stakeholders, Dr. Lartey thanked God for guiding the nation through 2025, a year she said began with transition but...

Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa today met with the family of the late Nana Agyei Ahyia at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he conveyed his deepest condolences and outlined steps taken by government in response to the tragic loss. During the meeting, the Minister briefed the family on interventions already carried out by the Ministry. These include the dispatch of a fact-finding mission from Ghana’s embassy in Germany, which also holds concurrent accreditation to Latvia. The mission has since submitted a preliminary report to the Ministry. Mr. Ablakwa further informed the family that Latvian authorities have confirmed investigations into...

Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has highlighted Ghana’s growing leadership in the global fight against corruption at the United Nations’ largest anti-corruption summit, the 11th Conference of States Parties (CoSP) to the UN Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), held in Doha. Addressing delegates, the Speaker underscored Ghana’s firm commitment to transparency and accountability, anchored in strong political leadership, preventive reforms, asset recovery, and resilient institutions. He urged deeper international cooperation to strengthen the global anti-corruption architecture. A major milestone of the summit was Ghana’s role in securing the first-ever UNCAC resolution on transparency in political party financing...