Ghana’s Eastern Regional Minister, Seth Acheampong, has shed light on the escalating challenges in the fight against galamsey, highlighting the devastating impact on the country’s water bodies. In a revealing interview on JoyNews’ PM Express, Acheampong exposed the harsh reality of combating illegal mining.
Acheampong revealed that his team faces significant difficulties, particularly when confronting large groups of heavily armed miners. He shared a striking example where a task force of 30 men was overwhelmed by 400 illegal miners during an operation.
“The main fight is on the water bodies because it’s where the biggest issue lies. The water feeds all of us, and if it gets totally destroyed, we’ll face a crisis of food shortages and loss of lives,” Acheampong stated.
Despite criticisms, the government remains committed to fighting galamsey. Acheampong welcomed President Akufo-Addo’s recent directives but acknowledged the challenges ahead.
