Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey urges gov’t to take immediate action against illegal mining

The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey (GCAG) has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating state of the country’s fight against illegal mining, calling on President John Dramani Mahama to take urgent steps to restore accountability and protect the nation’s environment, water bodies, and citizens.


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