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Lands Minister Declares War On Galamsey Amid Water Shortage Fears

Lands Minister Declares War On Galamsey Amid Water Shortage Fears

Amid heightened fears about the devastating impact of illegal mining, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel A. Jinapor, has assured of immediate actions by the government to tackle the menace. While downplaying suggestions that the government had taken its foot off the pedal in the galamsey fight, the Minister disclosed that the government will hold an emergency meeting on the matter. He added that the security forces will be immediately deployed to areas affected by the canker and will deal vigorously with the situation. Speaking on Joy FM's Super Morning Show, the Minister expressed conviction that the new…
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Water Shortage: Sokode SecTech Students Perform Ablution, Headmaster Appeals For Help

Water Shortage: Sokode SecTech Students Perform Ablution, Headmaster Appeals For Help

The Sokode Secondary Technical School (SOSTECH), in the Ho Municipality of the Volta region has been hit by acute water shortage which is affecting teaching and learning. The students have reportedly resorting to ablution before going to school. Those who want to bath have to walk long distances in search of water. Speaking in an interview with Adom News correspondent, Odehyeba Owusu Job, some students expressed their frustration. They said they have to walk long distances for water, return tired and get to classrooms very late. The situation, the students said is affecting their sleep and learning in class. “We…
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