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EPA to Roll Out Nationwide Compliance Enforcement Exercises Under Environmental Protection Act, 2025
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EPA to Roll Out Nationwide Compliance Enforcement Exercises Under Environmental Protection Act, 2025

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) of Ghana has announced that it will embark on a series of Compliance Enforcement Exercises across the country to ensure strict adherence to environmental regulations and sustainable development practices. The move, the EPA says, is in line with its mandate under the Environmental Protection Act, 2025 (Act 1124), as well as the Environmental Assessment Regulations, 1999 (LI 1652) and the Hazardous Electronic and Other Wastes (Classification), Control and Management Regulations, 2016 (LI 2250). According to the Authority, the nationwide exercises will target businesses, industries, undertakings, entities, project proponents, and the general public. The enforcement is aimed at safeguarding Ghana’s natural and built environment by ensuring com...
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NIA Begins Registration of Children Aged 6–14 at Premium Centres Nationwide
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NIA Begins Registration of Children Aged 6–14 at Premium Centres Nationwide

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has officially commenced the registration of Ghanaian children aged between 6 and 14 years at all its Premium Centres across the country. This initiative, according to the NIA, forms part of its legal mandate to ensure every Ghanaian, both at home and abroad, is issued with a secure and verifiable national identity. The move also represents a significant step toward building a comprehensive and inclusive National Identity Register (NIR) that captures citizens from childhood. Fees and Requirements The Authority announced that the fee for first-time registration at Premium Centres remains GHS 310, in line with approved charges for premium services. Parents or legal guardians are required to present one of the following documents for their ...
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Ghana Condemns Israeli Airstrike on Qatar, Expresses Solidarity
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Ghana Condemns Israeli Airstrike on Qatar, Expresses Solidarity

The Government of Ghana has strongly condemned what it described as an “unprovoked” Israeli attack on the sovereign State of Qatar, which has resulted in casualties, loss of lives, and destruction of property. In a statement issued in Accra on Wednesday, the Government said the airstrikes were a violation of international law and an affront to the sovereignty of Qatar. It further warned that the attack undermines ongoing efforts toward peace between Israel and Palestine. President John Dramani Mahama, on behalf of the people of Ghana, expressed solidarity with Qatar’s Emir, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and the Qatari people in what he called “these difficult times.” The statement also commended Qatar for its continued role in seeking a peaceful resolution to the l...
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DVLA to Launch Personal Number Reservation Platform in 2026
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DVLA to Launch Personal Number Reservation Platform in 2026

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced plans to roll out a new digital platform, DVLA SELECT, starting in 2026. The platform is designed to give vehicle owners the opportunity to choose and reserve their preferred vehicle registration numbers online before proceeding with the full registration process at DVLA offices. According to the Authority, the initiative aims to improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and reduce long wait times at registration centers. DVLA further assured the general public that detailed guidelines and procedures for accessing the platform will be communicated in due course. This move forms part of the Authority’s broader digital transformation agenda to modernize its operations and make services more accessible to clien...
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Azumah Ghana Denies False Reports of E&P Takeover of Black Volta and Sankofa Projects
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Azumah Ghana Denies False Reports of E&P Takeover of Black Volta and Sankofa Projects

Azumah Resources Ghana Limited has today categorically denied reports claiming that Engineers & Planners (E&P) has completed the acquisition of Azumah Ghana and Upwest Resources Ghana and has taken control of the Black Volta and Sankofa Gold Projects. These reports are false and without any legal basis. AzumahGhana remains the lawful owner and operator of the projects. No shares have been transferred to E&P by Azumah Ghana, Upwest, or their shareholders. Not only is this untrue, but as recently as Friday E&P formally abandoned its claims against Azumah Ghana, a development widely reported in the Ghanaian media as paving the way for Azumah Ghana to commence development of the Wa and Bl...
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President Mahama to Hold Presidential Media Encounter on September 10
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President Mahama to Hold Presidential Media Encounter on September 10

Accra, Sept. 8, 2025 – President John Dramani Mahama is set to host a Presidential Media Encounter on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. at the Presidency. The event, which is part of the President’s ongoing engagement with the Ghanaian people, will provide a platform for him to address pressing national issues, outline progress on his Resetting Ghana Agenda, and update the public on policies and projects currently underway. The encounter will also allow accredited journalists to pose direct questions to the President on a wide range of subjects affecting the country, ensuring transparency and accountability in governance. In a statement issued by the Presidency, government expressed optimism that the session will be productive and engaging, offering citizens valuable ins...
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Azumah Resources, Upwest Resources Transfer Ownership of Gold Projects to Engineers & Planners
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Azumah Resources, Upwest Resources Transfer Ownership of Gold Projects to Engineers & Planners

Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd and Upwest Resources Ltd, owners of the Black Volta and Sankofa Gold Projects, have officially transferred full ownership of the companies to Engineers & Planners Company Ltd (E&P). The transaction, which has been duly registered at the Registrar of Companies, follows extensive negotiations and legal proceedings that highlighted the complexities of international investment in Ghana’s mining sector. With the completion of the transfer, Engineers & Planners, a wholly Ghanaian-owned firm, now takes charge of advancing the projects toward production. Established in 2014 under leases granted by the Government of Ghana, the Black Volta and Sankofa projects have long been recognized for their significant gold potential. However, challenges in raising s...
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NCA Engages Multichoice Ghana on DStv Pricing Review
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NCA Engages Multichoice Ghana on DStv Pricing Review

The National Communications Authority (NCA) has confirmed that it has received Multichoice Ghana’s official response to its notice of intention to suspend the company’s authorisation and its request for details of their pricing model. In a statement issued on Sunday, the NCA said it has been engaging Multichoice Ghana following the company’s public statement of September 5, 2025. According to the Authority, key clarifications have since been made. Multichoice Ghana has agreed to the directive from the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations to establish a Stakeholder Committee to review DStv pricing in the country. The company further indicated its full commitment to participate in the process. The NCA added that Multichoice has assured it will respect due p...
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ECG Raises Alarm Over Vandalism of Installations
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ECG Raises Alarm Over Vandalism of Installations

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has expressed deep concern over the increasing vandalization of its installations by unidentified individuals posing as staff of the company. According to ECG, critical assets such as transformers, poles, earth wires, fuses, and cables are being deliberately destroyed by these criminals, who steal essential components for their personal gain. The company explained that such acts often result in widespread power outages, disrupting services to thousands of customers. In a statement, ECG emphasized that only its official staff are authorized to operate installations, adding that legitimate workers can be identified through staff ID cards, ECG-branded reflector vests, and official vehicles. The company further reminded the public that it has pro...
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ECG Clarifies Disconnection of Believers Worship Centre Over GH¢308,741.16 Debt
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ECG Clarifies Disconnection of Believers Worship Centre Over GH¢308,741.16 Debt

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has explained the circumstances surrounding the recent disconnection of power supply to the Believers Worship Centre, led by Prophet Stephen Adom Kyei-Duah. According to ECG, the church’s electricity supply was cut off on August 26, 2025, due to an accumulated outstanding bill of GH¢308,741.16. The company stressed that the action formed part of its standard operational procedures and was not intended to single out or inconvenience the church. Following the disconnection, ECG’s Regional General Manager met with the church leadership to address their grievances. The Believers Worship Centre questioned the accuracy of their bills, citing their recent investment in solar energy. In response, ECG dispatched a team of engineers to the premises to ...
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