Tag: Ghana mining
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Gold Smuggling in Ghana: Bright Simons Says GoldBod Alone Won’t Solve It
Introduction: A Call for Systemic Reform Gold smuggling remains a persistent challenge for Ghana, undermining revenue collection and tarnishing the country’s reputation for responsible resource management. Bright Simons, vice president of IMANI Africa, recently argued that the problem cannot be solved by GoldBod (the Ghana Gold Board) alone. He contends that the root causes lie…
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Kroboland Seeks Greater Share in Limestone Mining Benefits
Background: A Call for Fair Benefits The Konor of the Yilo Klo Traditional Area, Oklepeme Nuer Anorbaa Sasraku, has publicly urged government authorities to ensure that the people of Kroboland gain meaningful benefits from limestone mining activities within their traditional lands. The appeal, conveyed to the Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, highlights long-standing…