Amnewsworld has received disturbing news from Penteng, a community in the Afigya Kwabre North District of the Ashanti Region, that a Landguard has sustained a degree of injuries while one of his left hand chopped off. According to the information we had, the Landguards activities in the area is a worrying situation confronting peace and development in communities like, Penteng, Patase, and Pampatia alongside Kodie Apegya. The Assembly Man for the Penteng Electoral Area, Vincent Yormedor told amnewsworld that the incident linked to a decade land litigation and it refaced again on Monday March 30, 2026. The information further discloses…
Author: Ben Barnes
Ghana’s Timber industry has long been a pivotal point for Ghana’s economic gains, providing livelihoods and employment for thousands of Ghanaian youth. However, the local timber sector is struggling to survive; many of these local timber companies cannot sustain themselves due to numerous production and policy factors. One of these factors is the growing trend of imported plywood, particularly from Chinese manufacturers. This trend has raised alarms among local producers, who argue that the flooding of the market with cheaper imports undermines their businesses and threatens the local woodworking industry. Mr. Ahmed Alhassan, is the Director of Logs Court Limited,…
A former Member of Parliament for the Tano South constituency is regrettable to announce the sudden demise of his beloved Mother, Madam Mary Yeboah who sudden death occured on 10th September 2025. Madam Mary Yeboah was died at age 89 leaving behind three children. Her burial services will take place at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Techimantia from 9 am -8 am. Hon. Andrews Adjei-Yeboah is inviting all and sundry to join him give a befiting welfare to his mother, Madam Mary Yeboah (late).
In a community, the peace and security of its residents are paramount. Unfortunately, when unlawful actions disrupt this harmony, it becomes essential for local leaders to intervene and address the situation. However, Nana Owusu, a respected Nkosuohene (development Chief) in the Ahinsan Estate community, is currently facing a significant challenge with an unlawful resident, Dr. Abu Bonsera, who has taken possession of a portion of Ahinsan Estate streets as bona fide property, causing distress and concern in the community. https://www.amnewsworld.com/ahinsan-nkosuohene-battles-with-unlawful-resident-barricading-streets-with-sand/ Recently, according to Nana Owusu, Dr. Abu Bonsra has used sand and fence wall to barricade a street sharing boundary…
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has reaffirmed its commitment to intensify the fight against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, warning that the country’s food security and future are under serious threat. According to the Ministry, disturbing reports of deformed babies and traces of harmful chemicals like mercury found in foodstuffs sourced from galamsey-prone areas are clear evidence of the devastating impact of illegal mining on the environment and public health. While Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) continue to mount pressure on the government to take more decisive action, the Ministry says it has already rolled out several initiatives…
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, and Ag. Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has reiterated government’s uncompromising commitment to the fight against illegal mining (galamsey), declaring forest reserves and river bodies as Security Zones that will be protected at all costs. He made this declaration at the closing ceremony of the week-long intensive training programme for personnel of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) held in Sunyani. He commended the team for their relentless efforts and achievements since its establishment in June this year. Notable among the achievements are the arrests of over a…
The Chiefs and people of Oyoko Traditional Council in the Sekyere East District of the Ashanti Region have pledged their unwavering support to the 2028 presidential candidate hopeful and former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Hon. Kwabena Adjei Agyapong, whose intention is to lead the NPP as presidential candidate in the 2028 election. This overwhelming support from the Nananom was made known during a courtesy call on them to solicit their support and prayers as he begins his indoor consultation campaign in the region. To ensure he has the blessings of his late father who is from…
Businessman cum Philanthropist, Mr Joseph Asante, popularly known as “Sika Wɔ Bush”, has donated 50 packs of bottled water,10 packs of Coca-Cola soft drinks, and 1 box of Schnapps to the Manhyia Palace on Thursday 4th September 2025. The donation is to supports the upcoming burial service of the late Nana Konadu Yiadom III, Asantehemaa. “Upon receiving the news of the passing of the revered Asantehemaa, I felt compelled to pay my respects and offer my heartfelt support and sincerest sympathy to the bereaved family and the entire Ashanti Kingdom. The businessman cum philantropist is among sympathisers who thronged the…
Manso Nkwanta is a farming and mining community in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region of Ghana. The fast-developing mining community is crippling with unseen security, health, and youth empowerment challenges weighing on the soldiers of community members, chiefs, and security personnel. In a visit to Manso Nkwanta Brofoyedu, to ascertain the true reflection of the community setbacks, our information reveals that the Police personnel led by the District Police Commander, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Oppong Agyekum, and his CID boss, Alfred Adjei have shown that their efforts to protect lives and properties stands remarkable in the…
As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has set January 31, 2026, to elect a presidential candidate for the 2028 election, the former General Secretary of the party, Mr. Kwabena Agei Agyepong, was yesterday accompanied by former Ejisu Juabena Member of Parliament, Hon Ose Adjei and some party supporters to file his nomination forms to contest in the party’s upcoming presidential primary scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026. Mr. Agyepong was the first candidate to file his nomination forms ahead of the otĥer four presidential hopefuls who have also picked forms to contest for the position. Mr. Agyepong, earlier in July,…
