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NCSSMAG Destroys Over 100 Illegal Mining Machines in Intensified Anti-Galamsey Operation Across Ashanti Region

245  The National Concerned Small Scale Miners Association, Ghana (NCSSMAG), through its dedicated Anti-Galamsey Taskforce, has undertaken a decisive crackdown on illegal mining activities, destroying over 100 “Chamfan” machines utilized for unlawful mining (galamsey) along critical river bodies in Ghana’s Ashanti Region. The week-long enforcement operation targeted illegal operations on the River Mankra, a tributary […]

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Amansie West DCE Urges Ghanaians to Prioritize Environmental Health

625  The District Chief Executive for Amansie West, Hon. Prince Manu Moris, has emphasized the importance of collective responsibility in maintaining a clean environment. He urged Ghanaians to join forces with local assemblies to participate in monthly clean-up exercises, an initiative he believes will significantly improve sanitation in the country. Hon. Prince Manu Moris made […]

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Ejura Divisional Council Opens 2025 Ejura Sekyerene Festival with Massive Cleanup Exercise

603  The Ejura Divisional Council has officially opened the 2025 Edition of Ejura Sekyerene(Yam) Festival with a massive clean up exercise The exercise which brought together hundreds of people is to ensure a clean and healthy environment as preparations heighten for the upcoming Yam Festival. Held on Saturday October 4,2025,the event saw the participation from […]

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Karaga District Hosts Successful Clean-Up Exercise

435  The Karaga district capital witnessed a massive turnout of residents, stakeholders, and community leaders on Saturday, October 4, 2025, as the District Chief Executive, Honorable Dasana, led a clean-up exercise to promote environmental sanitation and improve living conditions in the area. The initiative, which aimed to rid the district capital of filth, beautify the […]

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Shop owners to face court for defying Sanitation Day order

474  The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has issued summons to shop owners who defied closure orders to participate in Saturday’s National Sanitation Day exercise, as authorities intensified efforts to clean up the city. According to Gilbert Ankrah, Public Relations Officer of the AMA, sanitation and public health officers swiftly responded to reports of non-compliance during […]

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Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly Holds Successful Monthly Cleanup Exercise in Bantama Sub-Metro

547  The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), under the leadership of Mayor Hon. Richard Kwasi Ofori Boadi Agyemang, has successfully carried out its monthly cleanup exercise in the Bantama Sub-Metropolitan District. The initiative, part of the government’s National Sanitation Exercise to combat filth, saw a massive turnout of participants, including teachers and students from prominent senior […]

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National Sanitation Day: Bantama Traders Shun Clean-up Efforts

561  In a concerning display of disregard for environmental cleanliness, traders at the Bantama market in Kumasi have refused to participate in the National Sanitation Day clean-up exercise. Despite the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly’s efforts to promote a cleaner and healthier environment, these traders seem to be undermining the initiative. The National Sanitation Day is observed […]

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Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly Announces Clean-Up Exercise in Bantama Sub-Metro

500  The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has announced a clean-up exercise scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, in the Bantama Sub-Metro. The exercise is part of the government’s vision to conduct monthly clean-up exercises nationwide. According to authorities,the exercise will cover the entire Bantama sub-metro, including Bantama Market, Race Course Market/Terminal, Bantama High Street, Abrepo […]

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Barekese water treatment plant shuts down over power challenges

1,423  The Barekese Water Treatment Plant (WTP) has been forced to shut down due to power supply challenges from the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).Ghana Sports Merchandise Management of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) explained that the facility was shut down on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 9 a.m. after experiencing a low-voltage power […]

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Illegal Miners Reclaim Cleared Forest Reserves In Ashanti Region

2,147  Illegal miners, also known as galamsey operators, have reportedly re-invaded several forest reserves in Ghana’s Ashanti Region, areas previously cleared by law enforcement agencies led by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP). Erastus Asare Donkor highlights the resurgence in Atwima Mponua District, specifically mentioning : – Offin Shelter Belt – Anwia Futu section: Armed illegal […]