The Catholic Archdiocese of Accra, in partnership with the Conference of Major Superiors of Religious and Catholic Lay Faithful and Professionals, will embark on an Environmental Prayer Protest Walk Against Galamsey today, Friday, October 10.

This initiative aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, and call for urgent government action to address this issue.

The primary goal of the protest is to advocate for a state of emergency concerning mining activities, particularly in areas surrounding water bodies, river buffers, and forest reserves.

Organisers hope to compel the government to take decisive steps to curb the environmental degradation caused by galamsey and to promote sustainable development that ensures a livable future for upcoming generations.

The protest will begin at the Holy Spirit Cathedral in Adabraka at 10:00 AM, with participants walking through major landmarks in Accra, including Castle Road, Ridge Roundabout, Parliament House, and Oxford Street, before concluding at Christ the King Parish in Cantonments.

During the event, a petition will be presented to President Akufo-Addo at the Jubilee House, urging swift action to tackle the crisis.

The Catholic Church is calling on all Ghanaians—Catholics, other Christians, Muslims, traditional authorities, civil society organisations, environmental activists, and the general public—to join this peaceful demonstration.

The organisers emphasised that the event is not only about prayer but also about demanding immediate and meaningful interventions to stop galamsey, protect the environment, and restore Ghana’s ecosystems.