This Sunday's edition of JoyNews' The Probe delved into the persistent issue of illegal mining, widely known as galamsey. The discussion will explore whether declaring a state of emergency could be the ultimate solution to this crisis.

Since 2018, the government has implemented various interventions—including deploying drones and investing millions of dollars—to combat illegal mining. Despite these efforts, the problem continues to escalate, raising concerns about the effectiveness of current strategies.

Successive governments have attempted to tackle the menace, yet a lasting solution remains elusive. What is the way forward?

Join the discussion and gain insights from experts by tuning into the livestream below: