Key stakeholders in Ghana’s power sector have met to validate the 2026 Integrated Power System Master Plan (IPSMP), reviewing the country’s future electricity needs, generation capacity and potential for power exports. The validation meeting was led by the Acting Executive Secretary of the Energy Commission, Ms. Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie, and brought together representatives from the …
There is a difference between planting a Ghanaian flag over a mine and building Ghanaian capacity beneath it. For generations, Ghana has dug into the earth in search of gold. Yet perhaps the most important question confronting the country today is no longer how much gold lies underground, but how much Ghanaian capacity we are …
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is set to roll out a compliance enforcement exercise on open burning as part of efforts to reduce air pollution and improve air quality in Ghana. The Authority announced the planned enforcement exercise as Ghana joins the global community to commemorate the 2026 International Day of Clean Air for Blue …
WWF Zambia has welcomed the proposal to establish a specialised Lands and Environment Court and the Government’s commitment to science-based wildlife management, describing both developments as important steps towards strengthening environmental governance and protecting Zambia’s natural heritage. WWF Zambia said the developments highlight the importance of strong institutions, evidence-based decision-making and effective environmental stewardship in …
MTN Ghana has undertaken a tree-planting exercise at the Chipa Forest Reserve as part of its commitment to protecting the planet and supporting the restoration of degraded sections of the forest. The initiative fits into MTN's Doing for the Planet sustainability pillar, which focuses on environmental stewardship and climate action, and contributes to wider efforts …
Gold Fields’ Tarkwa mine faces significant uncertainty ahead of the expiry of its mining leases in April 2027, with mining expert Dr Kenneth Bansah arguing that the company may have limited legal grounds to compel Ghana to renew them. Below is the full write-up by Dr Kenneth Bansah: 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘄𝗮 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 ◆ …
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has closed nominations for the 12th Ghana Mining Industry Awards, with the assessment of entries now underway following a significant increase in participation. A total of 113 entries were received this year, compared with 86 entries in the previous year, representing a 31.4 per cent increase. The growth reflects increased …
Seven illegal miners have been confirmed dead after a mining pit collapsed at Manso Keniago in the Amansie South District of the Ashanti Region. One person is still trapped underground as rescue teams continue efforts to reach them following the incident on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The collapse occurred at about 7 p.m. while the …
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) and the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) are working to strengthen joint efforts against gold smuggling, money laundering and other illicit financial flows linked to Ghana’s gold sector. The two institutions held a high-level meeting under the Ghana-UK Gold Programme to discuss the development of a GoldBod-EOCO Operational Collaboration …
The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture is exploring a partnership with Ghanaian aquaculture technology company AquaMet Technologies to deploy digital solutions aimed at improving fish farming productivity and reducing production losses. The engagement followed a presentation by AquaMet Technologies to the Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Hon. Emelia Arthur, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. It …
