Wildlife Guard Fatally Shot by Suspected Poachers in Kalakpa Resource Reserve

On January 6, 2026, Raphael Ganyo, a wildlife resource guard, was tragically shot and killed by suspected poachers while on patrol at the Kalakpa Resource Reserve in the Volta Region of Ghana. Ganyo was investigating reports of poaching activities when he encountered an armed individual, leading to a fatal confrontation. The police have confirmed the incident and are currently conducting investigations to identify and apprehend those responsible. Local stakeholders are calling for urgent action to ensure justice is served and to enhance the safety of wildlife guards in the region, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by poaching in Ghana's protected areas.