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Joseph Nelson — Western Regional Minister, responding to flooding in Samreboi and broader governance issues in the region.
The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has initiated discussions with the Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, on plans to construct the proposed Black Star Stadium, a multi-purpose sports and events complex first captured in the Commission’s 40-Year National De …
… Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson recently attributed the disaster to environmental degradation caused by illegal mining, encroachment on waterways and indiscriminate dumping of refuse, calling for urgent and long-term measures to address the root causes of the flooding. …
… Speaking during a courtesy call on the Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, at the Western Regional Coordinating Council, the EPA Chief Executive Officer stressed that while intense rainfall remains a natural trigger for flooding, human-induced environmental degradation cont …
… Meanwhile, the Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has called for a coordinated approach to managing river bodies, stressing that rivers do not respect administrative boundaries. …
Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, says while he has heard about the ongoing tensions involving two companies at Prestea-Bondae, no formal complaint has been brought to him, and he will not interfere in private business matters unless officially notified. …
… The Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson suggested that years of illegal mining activities along the River Tano and River Samre may have exacerbated the recent flooding in Samreboi and surrounding communities, arguing that protecting river bodies is critical to preventing futu …
… Mr Nelson, Police Commander, NADMO Director at Samreboi More than 24 houses have reportedly collapsed under the force of the floodwaters, with several others completely submerged. …
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Sekondi The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has ordered the immediate suspension of all commercial activities and evacuation of traders operating at the Food Market and surrounding areas of the Albert Bosomtwi-Sam Fishing Harbour in Sekondi f …
The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has assured that all residents displaced by the recent floods in Samreboi are receiving shelter, food and other forms of relief support, contrary to impressions that many victims have been left without assistance. …
The National Development Planning Commission has initiated discussions with the Western Regional Minister on constructing the proposed Black Star Stadium, a multi-purpose sports and events complex first captured in the Commission's 40-Year National Development Plan. The facility is designed to include conference facilities, office spaces, restaurants, retail outlets, a sports museum and a sports medicine centre, with revenue from commercial facilities intended to support long-term sustainability.
The National Development Planning Commission has initiated discussions with the Western Regional Minister on constructing the proposed Black Star Stadium, a multi-purpose sports and events complex first captured in the Commission's 40-Year National Development Plan. The facility is designed to include conference facilities, office spaces, restaurants, retail outlets, a sports museum and a sports medicine centre, with revenue from commercial facilities intended to support long-term sustainability.
Residents of Samreboi in Amenfi West Municipality are anxious following a Ghana Meteorological Agency forecast for rainfall from Thursday through Sunday, as the community still recovers from recent floods that submerged more than 200 houses, caused at least 26 building collapses, displaced thousands, and claimed at least one life.
The EPA Chief Executive Officer is visiting Samreboi in the Western Region to assess damage from recent flooding linked to illegal mining (galamsey) activities. The delegation will tour affected communities, meet with residents and victims, and evaluate options including dredging and re-engineering of rivers blocked by illegal mining.
Ghana's Environmental Protection Authority has renewed calls for a nationwide ban on Styrofoam, citing the material as a major contributor to plastic pollution and flooding in Accra and other urban centres. The EPA Chief Executive Officer says three principal factors account for recurring floods: heavy rainfall, obstruction of natural drainage systems through unregulated waterway development, and indiscriminate disposal of plastics and Styrofoam.
Ghana's Environmental Protection Authority links plastic pollution, construction on waterways, and blocked drainage systems to worsening floods. The EPA CEO says a planned styrofoam ban and phase-out of single-use plastics could help reduce flood-related disasters.
Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson says he has not been formally notified of tensions involving two companies at Prestea-Bondae and will not interfere in private business matters unless officially escalated through proper channels. This follows reports that police foiled an alleged attempt by former NDC National Organiser Joshua Akamba and some Chinese nationals to forcefully take over a mining concession at the site, where the concession is subject to ongoing legal dispute at Sekondi High Court.
Illegal miners in Ghana are openly promoting their activities on social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook, suggesting a belief that law enforcement is absent or unwilling to act. The article links this public flouting of the law to environmental destruction and recent flooding in the Western Region.
More than 24 houses have collapsed in the galamsey community of Samreboi in Amenfi West Municipality, Western Region, as continuous rainfall from Friday through Sunday has worsened the humanitarian crisis, submerging homes and forcing displaced residents to flee temporary shelters in schools and churches.
A fire at Albert Bosomtwi-Sam Fishing Harbour in Sekondi on Sunday, June 21 destroyed a premix fuel station, GPHA administration facilities, and other properties; the Western Regional Minister has ordered suspension of commercial activities and evacuation of traders from the Food Market and surrounding areas. Ghana National Fire Service investigations attribute the fire to heavy rainfall that triggered a mudslide, collapsing a slope that brought down an electricity pole which fell between premix fuel tanks and generated igniting sparks.
The Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson stated that all residents displaced by recent floods in Samreboi are receiving shelter, food, and other relief support through a coordinated response involving the district assembly, NADMO, and other stakeholders. The floods displaced more than 2,000 residents, and the Minister confirmed that mattresses, bedding, and food items have been distributed while more supplies continue to be mobilised.
Heavy rainfall caused devastating floods in Samreboi that displaced more than 2,000 residents, destroyed homes and farmlands, and halted economic activities. Displaced families are sheltering in schools, churches and relatives' homes while awaiting government and humanitarian relief for food, clothing, water and shelter.
The European Union is funding the Ghana Forest Restoration Grant Scheme to restore 14,000 hectares of degraded forest and build the capacity of 20,000 farmers and rural people, with emphasis on women and youth. The initiative supports the government's "Tree for Life" scheme implemented by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the Forestry Commission.
The Mayor of Sekondi-Takoradi has rejected responsibility for poor sanitation conditions in the metropolis, citing inherited structural and financial challenges in waste management. His defence follows criticism from the Western Regional Minister and Local Government Minister, who have called for improvement within two weeks.
The Ghana Forest Restoration Grant Scheme, funded by the European Union, aims to restore 14,000 hectares of degraded Ghanaian forests while building the capacity of 20,000 farmers and rural people, with emphasis on empowering women and youth. The initiative supports the government's "Tree for Life" programme led by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the Forestry Commission.
Karpowership Ghana led a tree-planting exercise in Essikado, Western Region, on June 12, planting 1,000 trees including mahogany and mansonia species as part of its environmental sustainability and community development efforts. The initiative brought together regional officials, traditional leaders, Forestry Commission staff, and students to support Ghana's afforestation agenda.
Emelia Arthur, Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, has launched the Komfueku-Shama Aquaculture Project in the Shama Municipality to transform abandoned clay and quarry pits into fish farms in partnership with R&B Farms. The initiative aims to promote sustainable fisheries, boost food production, create jobs, and reduce Ghana's reliance on fish imports.
The 7th Annual District Convention of Lions Clubs International, District 418, Ghana, held in Takoradi under the theme "Every Lion Counts," brought together members to reflect on community service achievements in healthcare, vision care, hunger relief, environmental protection, youth development and support for vulnerable groups. Outgoing District Governor Prince Obeng Dwamena challenged members to focus on inclusion and ensuring every Lion feels valued to serve.
The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs expressed disgust over plastic waste in Sekondi-Takoradi during World Environment Day celebrations and warned that city authorities must address the issue within two weeks or face scrutiny, citing threats to marine life and public health.
Mr Joseph Nelson, Western Regional Minister, has called on Ghanaians to be inspired by the June 4, 1979 Uprising and commit to ideals of probity, accountability, and integrity to build a prosperous nation. He noted the Uprising as a turning point in Ghana's political history that reminds citizens that demands for accountability must be grounded in rule of law and democratic principles.
Ghana's government has launched a Free Primary Health Care initiative in the Western Region, piloted in Jomoro, Ellembelle, Wassa Amenfi East and West, and Wassa East. The Western Regional Minister said the scheme removes financial barriers to healthcare and reduces disease burden to improve national productivity.
The Western Regional Health Committee has expressed concern over the transfer of the Western Regional Director of the Ghana Health Service, Dr. Marion Okoh Owusu, saying it was neither consulted nor informed prior to the decision. The transfer followed an investigation by the GHS national leadership after petitions were submitted against the regional director.
The Omanhene of Lower Dixcove has warned against actions that could derail the government's Free Primary Health Care programme, particularly cautioning about financial and administrative bottlenecks from Accra that historically disrupt implementation of new initiatives. The programme is being piloted in five communities in the Western Region.
Ghana's Free Primary Health Care Initiative was launched in the Western Region, with five districts—Ellembelle, Jomoro, Wassa East, Wassa Amenfi West, and Wassa Amenfi Central—selected for the first phase. The programme aims to remove financial barriers to healthcare access as part of efforts toward universal health coverage, with 150 districts nationwide participating initially and all 251 districts expected to join by 2027.
Heath Goldfields Limited, a wholly Ghanaian-owned company, has launched a US$20 million five-year community development plan for the Bogoso-Prestea enclave covering education, healthcare, infrastructure, skills development and local job creation, with projects including a nursing training college, UMaT campus, technical vocational centre, school blocks, health clinics and community infrastructure improvements.
Persistent flooding at Sekondi Central Prison, caused by road construction works that redirected a larger drainage system into a smaller gutter, risks compromising the facility's structural integrity and creating security threats, according to the Director of Prisons. The situation poses both escape risks and health concerns to the aging facility.
The Western Regional Minister has directed construction firm Viabuild Africa to assess persistent flooding at Sekondi Central Prison and propose short-term interventions, as the aging facility faces structural weakness, overcrowding, and location in a densely populated area that raises safety and security concerns.
7 Eleven Energy Service has commissioned a manufacturing facility in Aboadze to produce industrial bolts, nuts, and advanced coated products for petroleum, mining, construction, energy and infrastructure sectors. The facility is intended to reduce import reliance, create skilled jobs, and strengthen indigenous manufacturing capacity.
The Petroleum Commission's Director for Economics and Local Content commended 7 Eleven Energy Services during the commissioning of its bolt, nut, and surface coating facility in Aboadze, noting that indigenous Ghanaian companies' growing capacity to provide key services and manufacture components will help reduce petroleum production costs and increase benefits to Ghana.
Ghana's Sankofa Gold Mine in the Western Region is undergoing operational transformation with support from new partner Guangzhou Hozdo, projecting improved output and a shift into rock mining. The managing director reports the mine has maintained worker salaries despite a five-month production halt and is investing in new infrastructure including a dam.
Wholly Ghanaian-owned 7Eleven has commissioned new manufacturing facilities at Aboadi in Ahanta West Municipality to produce bolts, nuts, fasteners and advanced coating products locally, aiming to reduce import dependence and support upstream petroleum, mining, construction and manufacturing sectors.