Editorial: When the environment speaks and we cover our ears

Government is calling for stronger collaboration between employers and training institutions to address the country’s persistent youth unemployment and low labour productivity.

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is calling for a shift from reliance on royalties and free-carried interests toward equity participation in sustainable mining ventures.

Traditional authority remains one of Africa’s most enduring institutions. But its future depends on a fundamental question: can customary legitimacy and democratic accountability work together to deliver sustainable development?

The Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners (GNASSM) has defended Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Sammy Gyamfi, against suggestions that he endorsed illegal mining, insisting that his remarks were about bringing eligible operators into the formal economy.

The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has asked the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) to account for US$16.69 million in Jubilee equity financing that was not applied to the field’s production and development costs in the first half of 2026.

Financial institutions must provide clear and accessible channels for customers to report fraud and resolve complaints as digital financial services expand, fintech professional Joseph Asamoah has said.

The National Labour Commission (NLC) has recorded 13,113 labour dispute cases between 2005 and 2025, with disputes arising from the termination of employment accounting for the largest share of cases handled by the commission.

Across the nation, thousands of parents wake up every morning with a shared hope: that their daughters will return from school not only better educated but also safe, respected, and empowered.