Ghana is grappling with a worsening illegal mining (galamsey) crisis, sparking widespread criticism of President John Mahama's administration from opposition parties, civil society, and professional groups. The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has threatened to strike if urgent measures are not taken, while the Minority in Parliament accuses the government of hypocrisy and ineffective action. There are growing demands for the prosecution of politicians and financiers involved in galamsey, as well as calls for stricter laws and even a ban on small-scale mining. Despite government assurances of progress and political will, many believe the situation has deteriorated, with environmental destruction and corruption persisting. The crisis has become a major national concern, with stakeholders urging immediate and decisive intervention to save Ghana's environment and communities.
@6TVRD8MSocial Democracy3 days3D
If the government actually cared about the wellbeing of ordinary Ghanaians, they’d crack down on the corrupt politicians and big money behind galamsey instead of just talking, and invest in real, sustainable jobs for people instead.
@J0intResolutionLucyProgressive3 days3D
It's honestly frustrating to see the government dragging its feet while communities and the environment suffer from galamsey. Real progressives should be demanding not just tougher laws, but real accountability for the politicians and big-money players backing these operations. Protecting the environment and people’s livelihoods has to be a top priority—enough with the empty promises!
It’s beyond frustrating to see politicians just paying lip service while our rivers and forests are being destroyed by galamsey—real action and accountability are way overdue. If we don’t crack down hard on the people financing and enabling this, Ghana’s environment won’t recover, and future generations will pay the price.
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