A Filabusi mining company started helping local miners instead of kicking them out. Kavango Zimbabwe began building proper houses for small miners who lived illegally near their Hillside mine. The company permitted these miners to work on one of their claims under safety rules. They will provide water, electricity, and homes for everyone living there.
Local villagers are happy about these changes. The informal miners have caused problems for almost ten years since a gold rush brought them to the area. They often steal from nearby communities. The new setup should improve relations as miners receive support for their work.
Kavango Resources CEO Ben Turney believes this plan creates safer gold mining conditions through proper...
Tourists on the luxury Rovos Rail train heading to Victoria Falls escaped harm when their train hit a goods train near Gwanda yesterday morning. The crash happened around 7 AM at Hantinya area, causing one coach to flip onto its side five meters from the tracks with a crew member trapped inside. Gwanda Fire Brigade rescued the trapped worker after two hours. Several other coaches derailed during the accident. Medical teams took 18 injured crew members to Gwanda Provincial Hospital.
Two critically injured crew members were later moved to Mater Dei Hospital in Bulawayo for special care. All 47 international passengers remained safe throughout the ordeal. Buses transported these tourists and their luggage to a Bulawayo hotel as officials...
Udelnaya metro station will welcome passengers again on May 1 after almost one year of repairs. As final preparations continue, workers have started taking down fences around the entrance area. The Podzemnik Telegram channel shared this news with followers. Crews fixed emergency systems during the renovation project and replaced utility networks throughout the station.
The station received new escalator balustrades inside the sloped passageway. Natural stone wall coverings and floor materials were installed in the ticket hall. Maintenance teams put a brand new roof on the vestibule structure. Udelnaya first opened on November 4, 1982, between Pionerskaya Ozerki stations. Major repair work began on June 1, 2024, at this location.
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Senyo Hosi from One Ghana Movement warned about foreign people doing illegal mining in Ghana's forests. He called this a danger to national security because foreigners created their settlements inside protected areas. These hidden communities make the country less safe for everyone. He asked all Ghanaians to worry about these illegal activities happening without the government's knowledge.
The movement leader said President Mahama needs to act fast against illegal mining problems. He wants strong action because some miners carry guns that threaten security officers. Foreign miners from Nigeria, Guinea, Mali, Niger have built complete villages with wooden structures. They use these buildings as homes where they live during mining...
Professor Ransford Gyampo, who serves as acting CEO of Ghana Shippers Authority, asked NDC party speakers to defend the government better against critics. He believes critics without knowledge about governing should not spread negativity this early. The professor made these comments during the TV3 KeyPoints show on Saturday. He wants President Mahama to have peace for effective governance.
The political scientist urged the ruling party communicators to activate all mouth cameras. This helps offer proper defense for the administration. He mentioned that the president needs protection from distractions caused by baseless criticism. Professor Gyampo noted that even though President Mahama stays focused, he remains human. He emphasized...
Former President John Dramani Mahama will open the second Kwahu Business Forum today at Mpraeso Social Centre in the Eastern Region. He started this event during his presidency to help grow Ghana's economy. The first forum happened last year as part of his plan to support business owners across the country.
Small businesses make up most of Ghana's economy. These companies need help with money, paperwork, finding customers, using computers, and working online. The forum brings together business people, investors, government workers, and experts to discuss these issues. They want to create better conditions for small companies to succeed.
The Kwahu Business Forum has become an important yearly meeting for Ghanaian businesses. Mahama...
Catholics in Tamale marked Good Friday with special services remembering Christ's death. Father Anthony Frimpong from the Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church talked about the meaning of this important day. He described Good Friday as a time for Christians to reflect on Jesus' suffering on the cross. He asked everyone to join the Easter activities fully to show their faith through repentance.
Good Friday occurs during Holy Week, when Christians remember Jesus's death at Calvary. Father Frimpong encouraged all believers to strengthen their relationship with God. He reminded them to forgive others just as Jesus forgave sins. The church held special events, including processions that told the crucifixion story. Members sang slow...
Train travelers can enjoy special excursions on Lastochka electric trains starting April 26. The first tourist carriage leaves Finland Station in St. Petersburg, heading to Vyborg. During their journey, passengers hear fascinating stories about Vyborg, Roshchino, Zelenogorsk, and other places. The October Railway Company announced that these educational trips will continue throughout the spring and summer months.
The schedule shows many dates available for these special trains. They run on specific days in May, June, July August. Tourists who reach Vyborg or Gatchina have options to keep exploring. They may join local guides for walking tours around these historic cities. These guides show visitors the most interesting attractions each...
Bilal Erdogan traveled to St. Petersburg for the seventh International Ethnosport Forum. He serves as president of the World Ethnosport Confederation. His father is Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The forum, which runs through April 20, has participants from many countries.
The event attracted 39 institutional members from Russia, Turkey, Japan, Mexico, Argentina, Hungary, and Mongolia. Notable attendees included a Jordanian prince and Russian Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev. Officials heading sports departments from Belarus also joined the gathering. Kazakhstan sent representatives to the Northern capital for this international meeting.
At 44 years old, Bilal studied extensively in America at prestigious universities. He...
