{
  "id": 17999277,
  "title": "Bawumia explores innovative solution to galamsey menace in Japan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/bawumia-explores-innovative-solution-to-galamsey-menace-in-japan",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T17:54:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghanaian Times",
    "slug": "ghanaian-times",
    "url": "https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/bawumia-explores-innovative-solution-to-galamsey-menace-in-japan/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, has revealed an innovative technology in Japan that could potentially help Ghana combat the detrimental impact of illegal mining. During his study tour, Dr. Bawumia toured 3R, a pioneering environmental technology firm in Japan that focuses on sustainable innovation. He observed 3R's advanced technology, which is adept at recycling water and purifying contaminated soil by effectively eliminating hazardous heavy metals such as mercury. Dr. Bawumia found the technology truly inspiring, given Ghana's ongoing struggle to restore lands and water bodies damaged by illegal mining activities. He emphasized that such technological solutions, coupled with determination and foresight, can lead to a healthier environment, safeguarded natural resources, and a safer, cleaner future for future generations. Dr. Bawumia expressed his appreciation to the leadership and technical team at 3R for sharing their expertise and opening their facility for his team's visit.",
  "summary": "Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, says he has discovered a game-changing technology that could help Ghana tackle the devastating effects of illegal mining. As part of his study tour of Japan, Dr. Bawumia visited 3R, a cutting-edge environmental technology company specialising in sustainable innovation. According to him, 3R has developed advanced … The post Bawumia…",
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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."
}