Kizito Cudjoe
CSOs fight to halt mining in protected forests
A coalition of six civil society organizations (CSOs) and one individual has initiated legal action to protect Ghana’s forest reserves…
Gov’t terminates FGR Bogoso Prestea Limited Mining Leases
FGR Bogoso Prestea Limited’s mining leases were terminated by the government after failing to meet conditions, following recommendations from the…
Dr. Bawumia pledges to tackle illegal mining
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia commits to tackling illegal mining by empowering the Ghana Geological Survey for gold belt mapping, promoting community…
Youth urged to avoid misinformation and disinformation
Youth in Madina, Accra, are urged to prevent misinformation ahead of the 2024 elections. Civic education efforts emphasize responsible social…
IPPG Calls for Full Disclosure of Emissions Tax
The International Perspective for Policy and Governance (IPPG) urges the Ghanaian government to ensure transparency and accountability in implementing the…
Energy Sector Struggles Amid Gov’t’s Costly Liquid Fuel Procurement Strategy
Ghana’s energy sector faces financial collapse due to the government’s profit-driven preference for costly liquid fuels over cheaper natural gas.…
IES Urges Gov’t to Reconsider Energy Sector Merger
The Institute for Energy Security (IES) urges Ghana’s government to reconsider a proposed energy sector merger, warning it could jeopardize…
AFRODAD Warns Against Climate Loans
The Executive Director of the African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD), Jason Rosario, has called on African…
Lands Minister Vows Swift Action Against Illegal Mining as Water Crisis Looms
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel A. Jinapor, has pledged immediate government action to combat illegal mining following…
Ghana faces lowest cocoa output in two decades amid market challenges
Ghana is set to record its lowest cocoa output in over two decades, with production expected to be slightly above…
Rising tide of unrest tied to debt burden
The rising tide of citizens' unrest globally, and especially across Africa is a direct result of the crippling debt burden…
Ghana Chamber of Mines Pledges US$2M to UMaT in 2025
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has announced a US$2 million commitment to the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) as…
IMAL Initiative Proposes Solutions to Boost Confidence in Post-US$100B Climate Finance Talks
A new IMAL Initiative for Climate & Development report has proposed five key recommendations to enhance trust and confidence in…
Ghana’s Cedi to Stabilize via Gold Purchase Programme, Says Dr. Bawumia
The Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has unveiled plans for the next…
ECG Staff to Face Sanctions for Delaying Meter Acquisition – Energy Minister
The Minister of State at the Ministry of Energy, Mr Herbert Krapa, has directed the management of the Electricity Company…