Ghana Faces Mounting Pressure Over Galamsey Crisis as Calls for Urgent Action Intensify

Ghana is grappling with a worsening illegal mining (galamsey) crisis, sparking fierce political debate and public outcry.

The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has threatened to strike if President Mahama's government fails to take decisive action, while the Minority in Parliament accuses the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) of hypocrisy and ineffective measures. There are widespread calls for tougher laws, prosecution of financiers and political figures involved, and even a state of emergency. Despite government assurances of progress, critics argue that environmental destruction continues unabated, with rivers and forests under severe threat.

The crisis has become a major test of political will and governance in Ghana.