Savannah REGSEC destroys 100+ illegal mining structures in Bole, seizes 8 excavators. Minister targets financiers to curb galamsey, protect Black Volta.
11 killed, dozens trapped in Akyem Wenchi mining pit collapse. NADMO, police, and fire service race to rescue survivors as probe into illegal mining begins.
AG Ayine directs EOCO to investigate NDC’s Yamin and Abanga for alleged galamsey, citing Frimpong-Boateng’s report. Probe to protect Ghana’s environment.
President Mahama labels galamsey a national emergency, vows to intensify crackdown in Awaso, Dadieso. Warns against illegal anti-galamsey extortion.
Chinese national and Ghanaian driver killed in galamsey robbery at Subri-Nkwanta, July 7, 2025. Gunmen stole gold, fled; police probe ongoing in Western North.
Ex-CAL Bank CEO Frank Adu calls for drone bombing of galamsey sites to curb illegal mining in Ghana, urging tough measures to protect the environment.
Police arrest eight for illegal mining in Amansie South, Ashanti Region. Special Anti-Galamsey Team seizes excavator parts in Apremadi operation.
Ghana Police Service seizes five excavators, 12 shotguns, and more in a joint anti-galamsey operation in Mpasaaso and Achiase, targeting illegal mining.
Western Regional Security Council seizes 8 excavators, 7 guns in anti-galamsey operation along Ankobra River, seeks logistics support.
Ghana Police arrest 208 suspects and seize 99 excavators in a nationwide galamsey crackdown, targeting illegal mining hotspots to curb environmental damage.