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Ghana Loses $11 Billion to Gold Smuggling in UAE Opacity Exposed by Report

A new report by Swissaid has uncovered that Ghana lost an estimated $11.4 billion—approximately 229 tonnes of gold—to smuggling between 2019 and 2024. The smuggled gold was largely carried via porous borders into neighboring countries and trafficked informally into the United Arab Emirates (UAE). 1. The Smuggling Gap The report reveals a 229 metric-ton discrepancy between Ghana’s recorded gold exports and what countries like the UAE reported as imports originating from Ghana—valued at $11.4 billion over five years. Much was carried via hand luggage on flights into Dubai. 2. Smuggling Routes & Tax Drivers Smugglers frequently route gold through Togo, Burkina Faso, and Mali, taking advantage of lax border controls. The 2019 withholding tax hike (3%) pushed many miners toward illicit channels, with a subsequent reduction in 2022 and full removal in 2023 only partially reversing the trend. 3. Impact & Reform In […]

Ahmad June 16, 2025

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Education Ministry Consoles Families of Drowned Lawra SHS Students

In response to the tragic drowning of seven students from Lawra Senior High School, Ghana’s Ministry of Education, along with the Ghana Education Service (GES) and NADMO, has offered heartfelt condolences and support to the bereaved families. 1. Rescue Recovery Efforts The canoe carrying ten cadet-based SHS students capsized on the Black Volta River (River Dikpe) on Saturday, June 14, 2025, during a routine jogging session. While three students managed to swim to safety, seven tragically drowned. The final two bodies were recovered early Sunday morning, ending a nearly 24-hour search operation by a combined team of volunteers, police, GES officials, and NADMO personnel. 2. Ministry’s Consolation Role As verification of the recovery effort, officials from the Ministry of Education, GES, and regional disaster managers visited the affected families to express condolences and coordinate psychosocial and financial assistance. The Director-General […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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Ablakwa Announces Stricter Visa Regulations to Block Illegal Mining Nationals

Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced stricter visa requirements aimed at preventing the entry of foreign nationals intending to participate in illegal small-scale mining (galamsey). The announcement follows his recent diplomatic talks in China, where the focus was on stemming the flow of would-be galamsey operators from regions such as Nanning. 1. Why the New Visa Rules? Officials warn that some visas are being exploited by foreign nationals looking to engage in illegal mining. The new procedures will screen applicants more closely for intended engagement in galamsey, especially in regions known for sending illegal miners to Ghana. 2. Diplomatic Push in China During a June 14 meeting with Nanning city officials—including the Vice Mayor—Ablakwa described discussions as "frank and positive." He emphasized that the Mahama administration will not tolerate illegal mining whether by locals or foreigners, and […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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GRA Postpones Implementation of Energy Sector Levy Scheduled for June 16

Ghana’s Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has indefinitely postponed the roll-out of the Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Repayment Levy (ESSDRL)—a GH¢1 per litre fuel surcharge slated for June 16, 2025—after stakeholder consultations and a directive from the Finance Ministry. 1. Levy Background Introduced under the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141), the levy was fast-tracked through Parliament—with an estimated GH¢5.7 billion in annual revenue intended to cover energy-sector debts and stabilize power supply. 2. Reason for Postponement The GRA cited a directive from the Minister of Finance, following input from industry stakeholders such as AOMCs, NPA, and Ghana Link Network Services, requiring further operational and technical readiness before implementation. 3. Official Spokesperson’s Statement In a June 13 public notice, Commissioner-General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong confirmed the levy deferral. All relevant agencies—from ports to oil-marketing companies—have been alerted and told to await […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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Parliament to Vet Seven Supreme Court Nominees Beginning Monday, June 16

Starting Monday, June 16, 2025, Ghana’s Appointments Committee of Parliament will begin a three‑day vetting exercise for seven Supreme Court nominees, all currently serving as Justices on the Court of Appeal. 1. Who’s Being Vetted? All seven nominees are Appeal Court judges elevated by President John Dramani Mahama under Article 144(2) of the 1992 Constitution. Their names are: Justice Sir Dennis Dominic Adjei Justice Gbiel Simon Suurbaareh Justice Senyo Dzamefe Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackaah‑Boafo Justice Philip Bright Mensah Justice Janapare Bartels‑Kodwo Justice Hafisata Amaleboba 2. Purpose & Structure of the Hearings Over three days (June 16–18), the committee will scrutinize each nominee’s: Judicial competence and experience Knowledge of constitutional and human rights law Integrity and impartiality Judicial philosophy and past rulings Public engagement is expected, with citizens and legal stakeholders urged to submit observations and poses questions to the nominees. 3. […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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Seven Lawra SHS Students Feared Dead After Canoe Capsizes on Black Volta

A routine morning exercise turned into a tragedy for Lawra Senior High School on Saturday, June 14, 2025, when ten cadet students attempted to cross the Black Volta River near Dikpe in a small canoe. The boat capsized mid-river, and although three students swam to safety, seven are feared drowned. 1. What Happened During their regular jogging routine, the students spotted a canoe in use and spontaneously decided to cross. Midway, the small, overloaded canoe capsized, plunging all ten into the strong Volta current. Three survived, but seven were swept away. 2. Emergency Response Local authorities—including Ghana Police and NADMO—have mobilised divers and volunteers for a full-scale search operation. The Black Volta’s strong currents and lack of safety gear have complicated rescue efforts. 3. Recovery So Far Bodies Retrieved: At least four bodies (two boys, two girls) were recovered. Still Missing: […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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Mahama Warns Ghana Could Feel Oil Price Shock from Israel–Iran Conflict

President John Dramani Mahama has cautioned that escalating military exchanges between Israel and Iran are already lifting global crude oil prices, posing a real threat to Ghana's economic recovery and domestic fuel affordability. 1. Global Oil Prices on the Upswing The recent missile attacks have triggered a noticeable uptick in Brent and WTI crude prices—by over 7–10%, the most significant jump since the 2022 Ukraine crisis. Market fears center on potential supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and broader Middle East energy infrastructure. 2. Ghana Is Not Immune Despite being a crude oil producer, Ghana remains a net importer of refined petroleum. Mahama warned that surging global oil rates could reverse recent economic gains and impact domestic fuel prices. 3. Ministerial Directives Issued Recognizing the urgency, Mahama has ordered the Ministers of Finance and Energy to: Model the conflict’s […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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Trump Eyes Travel Ban Expansion: 36 More Countries, Ghana Included

The Trump administration is considering expanding its existing travel ban to include 36 more countries, including Ghana, according to a State Department memo highlighted by The Washington Post and other outlets. This marks a significant escalation following the reinstatement of the initial ban on 12 countries in early June. 1. Why These Countries? The memo—signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio—suggests inclusion is based on concerns like: Unreliable identity documents or weak government authority High visa overstay rates in the U.S. Reports of antisemitic or anti-American activity by nationals from these countries . 2. Countries under Review Among the 36 flagged are 25 African nations, including Ghana, Nigeria, Egypt, and Senegal, as well as countries across the Caribbean, Central Asia, and the Pacific. 3. What Happens Next? Governments of these countries have been given 60 days to submit plans addressing […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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A Father’s Hurdles Caring for Son with Sickle Cell Disease – John Dzido’s Story

Ghanaian father John Dzido recounts the challenges he’s faced since his son Caleb—diagnosed with severe HbSS sickle cell disease at 18 months—suffered a stroke at age three. Now 17, Caleb is bedridden and battling ongoing complications, requiring constant care. 1. Intensive Medical Care for Years Over the past 14 years, Caleb has endured multiple strokes, seizures, surgeries, chronic blood transfusions, management of iron overload, recurrent infections, and the most recent scoliosis diagnosis. John remains Caleb's full-time caregiver, overseeing his medication, feeding, bathing, and transfer with great care due to a hip implant. 2. Personal & Emotional Toll John explains that Caleb’s condition severely impairs speech, mobility, and cognition—leaving him dependent on others for all daily tasks. He has sacrificed jobs—last working at the Sickle Cell Foundation—due to unpredictable hospital visits and caregiving demands. 3. Financial Struggles & Treatment Expenses Medication, blood […]

Ahmad June 15, 2025

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GFA ExCo Member Gifty Oware‑Mensah Implicated in GH¢548 Million NSA Payroll Fraud

Gifty Oware‑Mensah—a current member of the Ghana Football Association’s Executive Council and former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Scheme (NSS)—has been named by Attorney‑General Dominic Ayine as a central suspect in the GH¢548 million ghost‑names payroll fraud, involving payroll manipulation and a fraudulent loan scheme. 1. PYRAMID OF FRAUD Ayine revealed that 9,934 ghost names were used by Oware‑Mensah to siphon funds, funnelled into a fake company she registered—Blocks of Life Consult, using the identities of others. She is alleged to have secured a GH¢30.7 million loan from the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), using NSS allowances as collateral—then redirected the money into personal and company accounts. 2. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS AHEAD Oware‑Mensah is among 12 former NSS officials—including former Executive Director Mustapha Ussif and Osei Assibey Antwi—set to face charges of fraud, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state […]

Ahmad June 14, 2025

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