Livestream: Newsfile discusses galamsey clash, drug busts and 2027 Budget
JoyNews’ flagship current affairs programme, Newsfile, will on Saturday, November 14, examine the government’s fight against illegal mining, recent drug trafficking operations and the key proposals in the 2027 Budget.
On Saturday, November 14, JoyNews' flagship current affairs programme Newsfile will delve into critical issues facing Ghana: illegal mining, drug trafficking, and the government's 2027 Budget. Hosted by Samson Lardy Anyenini, the four-hour discussion will bring together eight panellists from various sectors to analyze the implications of these topics for the nation.
The first segment, titled "Galamsey Clash," will focus on the ongoing battle against illegal mining. Experts will discuss the challenges faced by the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) and the issues surrounding confrontations during enforcement operations. Panelists include Kenneth Ashigbey, Convenor of the Media Coalition Against Galamsey, Paa Kwesi Schandorf, a spokesperson for NAIMOS, and Dennis Miracles Aboagye, Director of Communications of the NPP.
Turning to the second segment, "More Drug Busts," the programme will scrutinize Ghana's efforts to combat drug trafficking. Recent narcotics seizures, such as the interception of 46.7 kilogrammes of cocaine at Lebanon's Rafic Hariri International Airport, have raised questions about the country's role in international drug networks and the effectiveness of its border security.
Alexander Twum-Barimah Esq., Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), will address enforcement strategies, intelligence-sharing, and the challenges of dismantling drug trafficking networks.
Finally, the "2027 Budget: Can the New Economy deliver?" discussion will examine the government's ambitious plans for economic transformation. The New Economy Programme, aimed at mobilizing US$10 billion over four years, focuses on sectors such as commercial agriculture, energy infrastructure, critical minerals value addition, tourism, textiles, pharmaceuticals, biomanufacturing, and the technology economy.
Experts, including Dr Theo Acheampong, Dr Frank Bannor, Yaw Appiah Lartey, and Senyo Hosi, will assess the proposed investment strategy, financing arrangements, and the feasibility of turning these goals into reality for Ghana's economy and citizens. The broadcast will air on JoyNews, Joy 99.7 FM, and Luv 99.5 FM, with TV viewers able to watch on DStv Channel 421 and GOtv Channel 125, and listeners can follow through Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts.
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