Illegal mining, known locally as “galamsey,” remains a severe environmental and social crisis in Ghana, with the ongoing destruction of natural resources and communities.
Civil society organizations (CSOs) are now directing their ire at Parliament, accusing it of failing to hold the government accountable for its inadequate response to the crisis.
The unchecked spread of illegal mining activities has led to significant environmental degradation, including the contamination of water bodies and loss of arable land.
Despite the evident damage and widespread calls for action, CSOs contend that the government’s efforts to tackle the issue must be revised and more effective.
According to these organizations, Parliament has not pressured the government to address the problem decisively.
The criticism is that the legislative body needs to be more lenient, preventing the government from taking substantial and meaningful action.
CSOs are calling for more robust oversight from Parliament to ensure that the government implements and enforces effective measures against illegal mining, aiming to curb the ongoing environmental and social damage.
