Tag: Illegal Mining
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Illegal Mining Crackdown: Forestry Commission Urges Tough NAIMOS Action
Overview: A Call for Stronger Measures The Forestry Commission of Ghana has intensified its call for a tougher, more coordinated response to illegal mining, following clashes in Hwidiem that raised concerns about law enforcement, environmental damage, and community safety. Deputy Chief Executive Officer Elikem Kotoko underscored the urgency of empowering the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations…
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Forestry Commission Urges Tougher Action on Illegal Miners After Hwidiem Clash
Introduction: A call for decisive action The Forestry Commission has stepped up its call for a tougher, more coordinated response to illegal mining, following a violent clash in Hwidiem that highlighted persistent environmental and public safety concerns. Deputy Chief Executive Officer Elikem Kotoko and other forestry officials insist that a stronger, legally backed crackdown by…
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Forestry Commission Urges Tougher Action Against Illegal Miners After Hwidiem Clash
Rising Tensions Between Forestry Officials and Illegal Miners In the wake of a violent clash at Hwidiem, the Forestry Commission has intensified its call for a stronger, more decisive response to illegal mining activities. Deputy Chief Executive Officer Elikem Kotoko stressed that if Ghana’s anti-illegal mining framework is to be effective, the National Anti-Illegal Mining…
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Nusantara Forest Damaged by Illegal Mining and Plantations: 13,000 Ha Under Threat
Overview of the Crisis in Nusantara’s Forests Recent findings from Indonesia’s special task force reveal alarming losses in Nusantara’s forest cover. A total of 13,000 hectares have been detrimentally affected, with 4,236 hectares converted into illegal coal mines and 8,338 hectares damaged by unauthorized plantations. The figures underscore a pressing threat to biodiversity, watershed integrity,…
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Illegal Mining and Farming Ravage Nusantara Forest: 13,000 Ha Damaged in a Year
Overview: 13,000 Hectares of Nusantara Forest Compromised The Nusantara forest, a vital expanse surrounding the nation’s planned capital, has suffered extensive environmental damage from illegal activities. An official task force report shows that a total of 13,000 hectares have been affected by illegal mining and unauthorized farming. Specifically, 4,236 hectares were converted into illegal coal…
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Nusantara Forest: 13,000 Ha Damaged by Illegal Mining and Plantations
13,000 Hectares of Nusantara Forest Hit by Illegal Activities The Nusantara forest, a critical site for biodiversity and climate resilience, is facing a mounting crisis. Recent findings by a special task force led by Insp. Gen. Edgar Diponegoro reveal that a staggering 13,000 hectares of forest land have been compromised by illicit activities: 4,236 hectares…
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Galamsey Fight: Parliament Moves to Revoke LI 2462 to Strengthen Environmental Protection
Overview: A decisive move against galamsey The Ghanaian government is taking a bold step in Parliament to revoke the Lands Commission Instrument LI 2462, a policy instrument currently guiding environmental regulation. This move comes amid a sustained fight against galamsey, illegal small-scale mining that threatens forest reserves, water bodies, and public health. By revoking LI…
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Ghana Moves to Revoke LI 2462 to Strengthen Galamsey Crackdown
Ghana Takes Bold Steps in Parliament to Revoke LI 2462 In a decisive move aimed at tightening the country’s grip on illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, Ghana’s government has begun the process to revoke Legislative Instrument (LI) 2462. The proposed revocation is part of a broader strategy to strengthen environmental protections, safeguard forest reserves,…
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Ghana Moves to Revoke LI 2462 to Strengthen the Galamsey Fight
Ghana Takes a Bold Step: Repealing LI 2462 to Tighten the Galamsey Crackdown The government has officially presented a plan to Parliament to revoke LI 2462, signaling a decisive shift in Ghana’s ongoing battle against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. The move is framed as part of a broader strategy to bolster environmental protections,…
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Baba Jagtap and the Kurdu Murum Case: A Closer Look
Introduction to the Kurdu Murum Case The Baba Jagtap Kurdu Murum Case has recently gained significant attention in Solapur, Maharashtra, highlighting issues surrounding illegal mining and administrative oversight. The case originated when residents of Kurdu village raised concerns regarding illegal excavation of murum (gravel) for road construction, prompting an investigation by local authorities. Background of…