The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey is sounding the alarm, warning that efforts to curb the menace of illegal mining are faltering despite initial gains made by the government. According to the coalition, the situation on the ground is dire, with illegal mining activities continuing unabated in many parts of the country.
Speaking at a press conference, the coalition’s spokesperson expressed disappointment at the lack of progress in the fight against galamsey, citing the continued destruction of water bodies, forests, and farmlands. “The government must act now to stem the tide of galamsey,” the spokesperson said.
The coalition’s warning comes on the heels of a recent report by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which revealed that over 60% of Ghana’s water bodies are polluted due to galamsey activities. The report also highlighted the devastating impact of galamsey on the country’s forests, with thousands of hectares of land destroyed.
According to the Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey, the government’s initial efforts to combat galamsey were encouraging, but the lack of sustained action has emboldened illegal miners. The coalition is calling for increased support for law enforcement agencies and the provision of alternative livelihoods for those engaged in galamsey.
The fight against galamsey is a complex one, requiring a multi-stakeholder approach. As the coalition sounds the alarm, it remains to be seen whether the government will take decisive action to address the issue.
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Author: Stella Sunu
