In an innovative campaign to draw attention to the devastating impact of illegal mining (galamsey), Ghanaian artists have teamed up with street hawkers to create a powerful public performance titled “Pure Galamsey Water.”
This performance envisions a grim future where access to clean drinking water is scarce—a stark reminder of the urgent issue facing our water bodies today.
The image below highlights the creativity behind this campaign. Using sachets of polluted-looking liquid to represent water from galamsey-affected areas, the performance brings to life the frightening possibility of living in a world where clean water is no longer a reality.
Why this matters:
Unregulated gold mining is polluting Ghana’s vital water sources.
Forest reserves and farmland are being destroyed, jeopardizing livelihoods and community health.
Mercury and other toxic chemicals from mining have long-term, harmful effects on ecosystems and human well-being.
This unique blend of art and activism, showcased in Accra, Ghana, on October 14, 2024, emphasizes the hazards of illegal mining and calls for immediate action to safeguard our environment.
Source: Ekuzoanews