Tag: Ghana
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🇬🇭 Ghana makes local languages compulsory in schools
October 27, 2025 by Kwabena Adu Gyamfi The government of Ghana has announced that all teachers must now use local languages as the main medium of instruction at the basic school level. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu revealed the new policy on Friday October 24. calling it a decisive step toward improving learning outcomes and protecting…
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Leading Fintechs in Pan-African Countries
Subscribe to get access Read more of this content when you subscribe today. SubscribeSubmitting form Log in Fintech funding and market size vary significantly across African countries, with Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt consistently leading in both venture capital and active market volume, followed by rapidly advancing markets like Ghana, Ethiopia, Senegal, Liberia, Côte d’Ivoire,…
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🇬🇭 Ghana Reportedly Seizes Mining Equipment in Crackdown on Illegal Forest Operations
A joint task force in Ghana has confiscated seven excavators and 18 water pumps during a raid on illegal mining operations in the environmentally sensitive Neung South Forest Reserve, local media reported. The operation is reportedly part of ongoing efforts to combat “galamsey” (illegal small-scale mining) that has devastated forest reserves and polluted rivers. The…
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🇬🇭 Ghana government faces lawsuit over deal to accept migrant deportees from US
Civil society group says Ghana-US migration deal is ‘unconstitutional,’ citing lack of parliamentary approval and violation of international law A Ghana-based civil society group has filed a lawsuit against the Ghanaian government, saying the country’s acceptance of irregular migrants deported from the US is “unconstitutional,” Politico reported on Wednesday. According to the report, Democracy Hub…
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🇬🇭Asante plans to spend $6.4 million on gold exploration at Chirano and Bibiani mines in Ghana
Asante Gold is investing more than 9 million Canadian dollars in gold exploration at the Chirano and Bibiani mines in Ghana. CEO Dave Anthony noted that these funds will accelerate exploration work and support long-term planning. At Chirano, 15,000 meters of drilling are planned by the end of 2025 to assess resources and search for…
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Chicago’s Gold Chain Robberies Highlight the Value—and Risks—of Wearing Gold
Recent reports from Chicago have raised concerns after police warned residents and visitors about a string of robberies targeting people wearing gold chains and necklaces. According to the Chicago Police Department, several incidents have occurred in downtown Chicago, including Grant Park, the Loop, and surrounding neighborhoods, where suspects allegedly approached individuals and forcibly removed gold…
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🇬🇭 DTRT Apparel: Empowering Ghana’s Garment Industry with Pan-African Purpose
DTRT Apparel is quickly becoming one of the leading players in Africa’s textile and apparel sector. Based in Ghana, this homegrown company is not only making waves in global supply chains but also standing as a symbol of African resilience, innovation, and empowerment. With a workforce of nearly 2,500 people—primarily young Ghanaians—DTRT Apparel demonstrates the…
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🇬🇭 Ghana targets record gold haul in 2025
Keypoints: Ghana forecasts up to 5.1m oz of gold in 2025Artisanal mining and new projects drive growthAgeing mines, smuggling, and licensing still pose challenges GHANA is set to push its gold output to a potential new record of 5.1 million ounces in 2025, up from last year’s 4.8 million ounces, according to projections by the…
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Pan-African Leaders Pay Tribute to Pope Francis, Celebrate His Legacy of Peace and Compassion
April 21, 2025 – Addis Ababa, EthiopiaAcross the African continent and the global Pan-African community, tributes have poured in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, a spiritual figure celebrated not only for his leadership of the Catholic Church but also for his unwavering commitment to justice, peace, and the upliftment of the poor and marginalized.…
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Ghana Restructures Gold Trade: Foreign Companies Ordered Out of Small-Scale Sector by April 2025
Accra, Ghana – April 20, 2025 — In a bold move to reshape its gold industry and clamp down on illegal mining, the Republic of Ghana has announced sweeping reforms to its small-scale gold sector. Effective April 30, 2025, all foreign companies involved in the trade of small-scale gold must exit the market. Only state-affiliated…