Ghana's president launches GoldBod Task Force to fight illegal gold mining and smuggling.

President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana has launched the GoldBod Task Force to combat illegal gold mining and smuggling. Equipped with body cameras and GPS-tracked vehicles, the task force includes military and security personnel tasked with enforcing gold trade regulations and recovering lost mineral revenue. Additionally, a whistleblower reward scheme has been introduced to encourage reporting of illegal activities. This initiative is part of a broader government effort to improve oversight in Ghana's mining sector and boost domestic revenue.