President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has ramped up stakeholder engagement to address issues related to illegal small-scale mining, commonly known as ‘galamsey.’
The objective was to find sustainable solutions to the problem, which has severely impacted Ghana’s ecology and biodiversity over the years.
As part of his efforts to implement protective measures for the environment, the President held a meeting with organised labour at Jubilee House in Accra on Thursday.
A statement from the Ministry of Information following the meeting expressed gratitude to organised labour for responding to the President’s invitation.
It noted, “The government is committed to engaging all stakeholders in the pursuit of sustainable mining and environmental protection.”
On Tuesday, labour unions announced a nationwide strike set to begin on October 10 to voice their dissatisfaction with what they perceive as the government’s inadequate response to illegal small-scale mining.
Galamsey remains a significant threat to Ghana’s forest and water resources.
About 34 major forest reserves in the country have been severely impacted by illegal small-scale mining, leading to the loss or degradation of around 4,726.2 hectares of forest.
The Forestry Commission has identified Apamprama, Subin Shelterbelt, and Oda River Forest in the Ashanti Region as some of the most affected reserves.
Latest Stories
-
Do our Parliamentarians in Ghana truly care about us?
33 mins -
Government rejects my pleas to restore my defunct firms – Papa Kwesi Nduom
1 hour -
Kufuor to Bagbin: Show leadership; current parliamentary stand-off is embarrassing
1 hour -
We’re looking forward for a resounding victory in December – Volta NDC Chair
4 hours -
Break the Duopoly: Rayan Nasir urges Ghanaians to choose Alan’s unity gov’t
4 hours -
Vote for my husband; he’ll be a great President” – Alan’s wife appeals to Ghanaians
5 hours -
Address the challenges facing the Ghanaian farmer – GAWU to gov’t
5 hours -
Beyoncé leads 2025 Grammy noms, becoming most nominated artist in show’s history
9 hours -
NDC demands apology from Afenyo-Markin over ‘unwarranted attacks’ on Speaker
9 hours -
GPL 2024/25: Plucky Hearts beat Vision F.C in Accra
9 hours -
Akufo-Addo unveils Cardinal Namdini Mining Ltd; West Africa’s largest single-stream gold mine
9 hours -
Guardians of Peace Awards 2024 honours champions of Alavanyo and Nkonya peace efforts
10 hours -
GPL 2024/25: Heart of Lions eye another win as they host Berekum Chelsea
10 hours -
Youth urged to build skills as KAIPTC, FOSDA train election observers
11 hours -
Generative AI is taking over – how Ghanaian businesses can harness the power of AI now!
11 hours