The Parliamentary Committees on Mines and Energy and Lands and Forestry have recommended that the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) conduct a comprehensive educational campaign in salt mining areas.
This initiative aims to clarify misconceptions about salt as a natural mineral and not just a local livelihood resource.
Following deliberations on Electrochem Mining’s operations, the committees proposed several measures to enhance local participation and mitigate environmental impacts. They advised Electrochem Ghana Limited to allocate space for local miners within the concession, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Additionally, the committees emphasized the importance of continuous stakeholder engagement to dispel misunderstandings regarding salt as a national resource akin to gold, petroleum, and bauxite in other regions. They called for local education tours and durbars to foster community understanding and discourage misinformation for political gain.
Security measures were also highlighted to curb lawlessness and promote a conducive environment for national projects like Electrochem Ghana’s salt mining endeavours in Ada Songhor. The committees urged police investigations into recent criminal incidents related to the mining activities and emphasized community leaders’ role in maintaining peace.
Lastly, they recommended that Electrochem Ghana expand its social interventions as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts, supporting community development as operations progress.
The committees underscored the importance of collaborative efforts between Parliament, NCCE, community leaders, and law enforcement agencies to ensure the success and sustainability of salt mining operations in the region.
