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A concerned resident of Asankran Breman in the Amenfi West Municipality of the Western Region of Ghana, identified as Elder Paul Ayerakwa, has issued a public plea to address the escalating threat posed by illegal mining activities, locally known as “galamsey,” within the community. Ayerakwa specifically highlighted the devastating …
Read More »Galamsey is a War on Ghanaians”: Retired Banker Sounds Alarm
Frank B. Adu Jr., a retired banker and member of the Ghana Anti-Galamsey Coalition, has issued a stark warning, describing illegal mining, known as galamsey, as a direct attack on the Ghanaian people. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile program, he expressed deep concern over the devastating impact of galamsey on …
Read More »Deputy Minister, Hon.Duker Proposes Case-by-Case Approach to Galamsey, Rejects Blanket Ban
Hon. George Mireku Duker, Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, has stressed the importance of community engagement as the most effective strategy for tackling illegal mining (galamsey) in Ghana. He believes that engaging with communities in mining areas is crucial to securing their support and shifting their mindset …
Read More »Galamsey Crisis Takes Centre Stage: Parliament’s Assurances Committee Demands Action from Minerals Commission
On Monday, October 7th, 2024, Parliament’s Assurances Committee held a crucial public hearing to delve into the ongoing galamsey crisis, a pressing issue impacting Ghana’s environment and economy. The committee, determined to find solutions to this persistent problem, grilled the CEO of the Minerals Commission, Mr. Martin Ayisi, about …
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