Several others have also been trapped, and rescue team are currently working hard to retrieve them. The tragic incident occurred at an illegal mining site in Mpasatia, Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region on April 1. According to a resident, Nana Nkansah, two of the victims have been retrievedContinue Reading
The Western Central Regional Police Command has arrested eleven individuals for engaging in illegal mining activities along the Bonsa River in the Western Region. The suspects, consisting of seven Ghanaians and four Chinese nationals, were apprehended on March 31, 2025, as part of sustained intelligence-led operations aimed at curbing illegalContinue Reading
A 19-year-old illegal miner, who appeared before the Tarkwa District Court One for stealing items worth GH¢802 has been sentenced to three months imprisonment in hard labour. Enock Buamah, alias Akwesi, who was charged with unlawful entry, causing damage, and stealing, pleaded guilty. Inspector of Police Patrick Essien, prosecuting toldContinue Reading
On Monday, December 23, security personnel of Electrochem Ghana Limited successfully intervened in an illegal mining operation within the company’s concession at the Songor Lagoon. The incident occurred during a routine patrol of the lagoon, which has undergone significant restoration under the company’s stewardship following years of environmental degradation causedContinue Reading