Minerals Commission — Ghana's regulatory body that investigates mining operations and advises on lease revocations and enforcement.
The Deputy Director of A Rocha Ghana says the government's Blue Water Guards initiative, launched to protect water bodies from illegal mining pollution, is not delivering expected results and has limited visible impact. He urged a reassessment of the programme, arguing resources could be better deployed to established institutions like the Police and Minerals Commission.
25 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Director of A Rocha Ghana says the government's Blue Water Guards initiative, launched to protect water bodies from illegal mining pollution, is not delivering expected results and has limited visible impact. He urged a reassessment of the programme, arguing resources could be better deployed to established institutions like the Police and Minerals Commission.
25 April 2026 · Joy Online →
A Rocha Ghana's deputy director says the country's efforts against illegal mining are failing due to poor coordination among state agencies, despite appearing organized on paper. Fieldwork in affected regions shows worsening conditions, forest destruction, and water quality degradation continue despite government interventions.
25 April 2026 · Joy Online →