Minimizing conflicts in mining communities; paralegal trainees making inroads
It is globally recognized that conflict is detrimental to the peace of every nation, affecting not only those who are directly involved but bystanders and others who are far away…
CEPIL moves to empower women activists in mining-affected communities
Women's empowerment has become a critical and increasingly prominent issue in the Ghanaian society. The inclusion and active participation of women in all aspects of society are crucial for the…
Vote massively for Women candidates in Tomorrow’s District Level Elections-ABANTU to Ghanaians
A clarion call has been made on the Ghanaian electorate to vote massively for women candidates who will be contesting tomorrow’s District Level Elections.The proponents, Abantu for Development, a women’s…
Govt open to alternative lithium mining agreement — Jinapor
The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has assured civil society organisations (CSOs) that superior propositions that will improve the country’s lithium mining lease will be taken…
Over 3000 nurses have left Ghana since 2020 for greener pastures – GHS
The Ghana Health Service has revealed that a total of 3,688 health personnel have left the country to seek greener pastures within the last three years. The Ghana Health Service…
Don’t portray yourselves as lawyers- CEPIL boss cautions paralegal trainees
The Executive Director of the Centre for Public Interest Law (CEPIL), Mr Augustine Niber has cautioned community activists and leaders in mining-affected communities who have been offered paralegal training not…
CEPIL, TWN- Africa sensitize activists in Mining Communities
The Centre for Public Interest Law (CEPIL)and Third World Network Africa (TWN-Africa)have joined forces to hold paralegal training for some community leaders and activists in salt and sand mining communities…
COP28 deal calls for global transition away from fossil fuels for first time
A new deal has been agreed at the UN climate summit in Dubai after days of negotiations. For the first time, the deal calls on all countries to move away…
Have Reports Of Oil’s Death Been Greatly Exaggerated?
The International Energy Agency predicts a terminal decline for coal, oil, and gas by 2030, challenging dominant climate narratives. Despite the predictions, oil profits are soaring, and supermajors like Chevron…
Battling “Galamsey”: Forestry Commission demobilises 10 Excavators in the Krokosua Hills Forest Reserve
A team from the Rapid Response Unit of the Forestry Commission, drawn from various districts across the country, has demobilised 10 excavators and arrested eight persons for engaging in illegal…
