Kwasi Nyankeh Menlah writes; Anwia, a township in the Western Region of Ghana, is currently at the heart of a burgeoning galamsey crisis. This illegal mining activity has sparked significant controversy, drawing attention to its detrimental effects on both local communities and the broader ecosystem.
Recent footage circulating on social media highlights the alarming involvement of individuals in these operations, raising urgent concerns about environmental degradation and public health.
Despite ongoing efforts from advocates, NGOs, and concerned citizens to address this pressing issue, the impact of galamsey in Anwia remains pervasive. Local stakeholders have expressed frustration as their pleas for intervention appear to go unheard.
The Minerals Commission, the District Chief Executive of Ellembelle, Hon. Kwasi Bonzoh, and Member of Parliament, Hon. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, along with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), are called upon to take decisive action.
The ultimate goal is to halt illegal mining activities that threaten not only the environment but also the livelihoods of the people in Anwia.
As the community rallies for support, it is imperative for authorities to delve into the root causes of this crisis and implement effective measures to restore the area’s integrity. The time for action is now, as the sustainability of Anwia hangs in the balance.
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