{
  "id": 14723337,
  "title": "GhIG pushes for legislation to regulate geoscientists’ activities",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/ghig-pushes-for-legislation-to-regulate-geoscientists-activities",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-15T15:10:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Joy Business",
    "slug": "joy-business",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/ghig-pushes-for-legislation-to-regulate-geoscientists-activities/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana Institute of Geoscientists (GhIG) is advocating for legislation to govern the practice of geoscience in Ghana. This move aims to ensure professional standards, ethical conduct and accountability within the sector. GhIG has drafted a bill for consideration by Parliament to establish a clear regulatory framework for geoscientists. President of GhIG, Crisler Akwei Ankrah, emphasized that the legislation is long overdue and will help professionals operate within acceptable standards and ethical boundaries. The Institute intends to build upon the progress made by the Geological Survey Authority's legislative instrument to push for this legislation. Ankrah also proposed the establishment of dedicated geoscience desks at Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies. These desks would ensure that geoscientific assessments are part of the building permit approval process, particularly in areas susceptible to flooding and other environmental risks. Mr. Ankrah believes that integrating geoscientific expertise into local planning processes can help mitigate the country's recurring development challenges. The Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) has initiated discussions with the Ministry of Works and Housing and various assemblies to enhance its advisory role in this matter.",
  "summary": "The Ghana Institute of Geoscientists (GhIG) is pushing for a legal framework to regulate the practice of geoscience in Ghana, saying the move is critical to enforcing professional standards, ethical conduct and accountability. The Institute says it has prepared a draft bill for consideration and eventual passage by Parliament to provide a clear regulatory framework […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Ghana Institute of Geoscientists seeks legislation for geoscience regulation.",
    "Proposed bill aims to establish clear standards and ethical conduct.",
    "Dedicated geoscience desks proposed for assemblies to guide development."
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "GhIG pushes for legislation to regulate geoscientists’ activities",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/ghig-pushes-for-legislation-to-regulate-geoscientists-activities-14725057",
        "published": "2026-10-15T15:10:24.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}