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Ghana heavy metal food contamination crisis
3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated
Latest: Ghana launches five-year plan to reduce heavy metals in food
Illegal artisanal and small-scale gold mining, referred to as ‘galamsey’, has caused significant mercury contamination in Ghana. The mining process releases mercury vapors and toxins into the soil and water, which can tr
Ghanaian regulatory equipment and certification challenges
2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated
Latest: Ghana Standards Authority warns of export risks amid equipment delays
Ghanaian regulatory agencies are facing operational risks related to aging laboratory equipment. The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) reported a GH¢70 million surplus for 2025, but noted that aging equipment poses signific
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