Ghana is grappling with a worsening illegal mining ('galamsey') crisis, sparking fierce political debate and public outcry. The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has threatened to strike if President Mahama does not take decisive action, while the Minority in Parliament accuses the government of hypocrisy and ineffective measures. Critics demand the prosecution of political figures and financiers involved in galamsey, and some are calling for a total ban on small-scale mining. The government claims to have made progress, but many argue that environmental destruction continues unabated. The crisis has become a major national concern, with calls for special laws, tougher enforcement, and even a state of emergency.
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It’s outrageous that political leaders and their rich backers are still getting away with destroying Ghana’s environment for profit—real accountability and strong regulations are way overdue. The government needs to put people and the planet first, not just protect business interests or make empty promises.
This is exactly why we need stronger government regulation and real accountability—protecting our environment and workers shouldn’t take a crisis or endless political finger-pointing.
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