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Mahama Criticizes Akufo-Addo on Galamsey Fight.

Former President John Dramani Mahama has taken a firm stand against President Akufo-Addo’s approach to tackling illegal mining, popularly known as "galamsey." Mahama’s comments come after Akufo-Addo’s recent remarks suggesting that his administration has made significant strides in addressing the environmental and socio-economic crisis posed by galamsey. However, Mahama argued that the president has failed to address the root causes of the problem, and called for a more decisive government-led approach. The issue of galamsey has remained a major point of contention in Ghana, with accusations that political and traditional leaders are complicit in the illegal activity, which has led to devastating environmental degradation.

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Final Voters’ Register for 2024 Elections Set for Early November Release.

The Electoral Commission has announced that the final voters' register for the upcoming 2024 elections will be released by the first week of November. This move comes after several months of voter registration and cleanup exercises aimed at ensuring an accurate and comprehensive register. With the elections drawing nearer, the EC has reiterated its commitment to a transparent process and urged all eligible Ghanaians to verify their details on the final register.

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Electoral Commission Assures Transparency for 2024 Elections.

With tensions rising ahead of Ghana’s 2024 elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has assured the public that the election will be transparent and free from manipulation. The EC emphasized that it will not support any political party but will strictly adhere to electoral laws and ensure the election is credible. In addition to encouraging voter registration, the EC also announced steps to address concerns raised by various political stakeholders regarding the integrity of the electoral process.

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Nine Illegal Miners Arrested in New Crackdown.

In the ongoing fight against illegal mining, commonly referred to as "galamsey," nine individuals were arrested in a coordinated operation across several regions in Ghana. Law enforcement authorities seized and destroyed over 50 pieces of mining equipment during the raids. The operation is part of a broader effort by the government to curb the environmental damage caused by illegal mining activities, which continue to threaten Ghana’s water bodies and farmlands.

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Ghana’s Electoral Commission Opens Online Voter Re-Exhibition.

In preparation for the 2024 general elections, Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC) has launched an online platform that allows voters to verify their registration details. This initiative is part of the EC’s effort to ensure accuracy and transparency in the electoral process. Voters are encouraged to take advantage of this online re-exhibition exercise to check their data, report any errors, and ensure they are eligible to vote.

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NDC Accuses NPP of Fertilizer Smuggling in Upper East.

Malik Basintale, the Deputy National Communication Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has alleged that members of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) are involved in smuggling fertilizers from Ghana's Upper East Region to neighboring countries, including Burkina Faso and Togo. Speaking at a rally in Binduri, he claimed this illegal operation is damaging local agriculture and exacerbating the economic hardships faced by farmers.Basintale specifically accused Abdulai Abanga, the Member of Parliament for Binduri and Deputy Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, of being a central figure in the alleged smuggling activities. He pledged that if the NDC wins the upcoming December elections, those implicated would face legal consequences."We swear, when the NDC comes to power, they will go to jail," he stated, emphasizing the NDC's commitment to addressing the issue and supporting local farmers.

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Security Forces Clash in Bawku Over Truck of Smuggled Cocoa Bean.

A clash erupted between Ghana Police, Customs officers, and military personnel in Bawku on Wednesday, October 10, 2024, at the Missiga checkpoint over a truck suspected of smuggling cocoa beans to Togo. The truck, registered AS 5551-21, had traveled from Kumasi and was intercepted at the Mandago police checkpoint in the Pusiga District based on intelligence.The conflict escalated when police tried to take the truck to the Bawku Municipality, but were opposed by Customs and military officials stationed at the Pulmakom border, who argued the truck should be inspected at their post. This disagreement led to a 30-minute gun battle between the forces. Reinforcements from the military arrived, and after tense negotiations, the truck, carrying 20 bags of cocoa beans and other goods, was handed over to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) for further investigation.Fortunately, no injuries were reported during […]

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Upper East Region Struggles with High Child Marriage Rates Despite Progress.

The Upper East Region of Ghana continues to battle high rates of child marriage, with a reported 28.7% of girls married before turning 18, which is above the national average of 19%. According to Georgina Aberese-Ako, the regional director for the Department of Children, while there has been progress in reducing the rate—down from 39.2% in 2014—poverty, traditional practices, and low educational attainment in rural areas still contribute to the persistence of child marriage. Collaborative efforts by government bodies, religious groups, and local communities have led to improvements, but there is still concern about protecting the rights of children and ensuring their welfare.

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Bicycles Saving Lives: Health Volunteers Fill Critical Gaps in Upper East.

In Ghana's Upper East Region, inadequate health infrastructure has left many remote communities with little access to basic healthcare. To bridge this gap, community health volunteers, equipped with bicycles, have stepped in. These volunteers travel to underserved areas, educating residents on health issues and assisting in emergencies, especially for vulnerable groups like pregnant women and children. Trained by UNICEF and the Ghana Health Service, their efforts have improved health outcomes, including higher immunization rates and reduced preventable diseases like malaria.

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Improved Pass Rates in Upper East Region Credit Free SHS Program.

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed his satisfaction with the success of Ghana's Free Senior High School (SHS) program. Since its introduction, more than 100,000 students who previously couldn’t access secondary education have now enrolled. Akufo-Addo emphasized that, despite early criticism, the policy has expanded opportunities for secondary and tertiary education. In the Upper East Region, the pass rates for core subjects such as mathematics, English, and science have significantly increased, with mathematics scores jumping from 52% in 2021 to 89.65% last year. The president reaffirmed his belief in prioritizing human capital development and called the program’s success a vindication of his administration’s efforts.

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