The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources (MLNR) has intensified efforts to combat Ghana’s escalating environmental threat, illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, with the launch of an extensive training programme for personnel assigned to the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations (NAIMOS). Galamsey, has become a significant concern in Ghana, causing widespread deforestation, contamination of water […]| The Herald Ghana
The Human Security Research Centre (HSRC-Ghana) has urged government to integrate human security measures into the fight against illegal mining (galamsey) in order to protect livelihoods and strengthen the resilience of vulnerable populations. In a press release issued on Wednesday, 1 October 2025, and signed by its Director of Corporate Communications, the Centre commended President […]| The Herald Ghana
…But warns against heavy-handed tactics The Human Security Research Centre, Ghana (HSRC-Ghana), has applauded President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to initiate a high-level dialogue with civil society organisations (CSOs) on the urgent issue of illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. While urging decisive measures, HSRC-Ghana, however, warned the President against declaring a State of Emergency […]| The Herald Ghana
Academic City University has released a white paper on illegal small-scale mining, calling for a coordinated national approach to address the growing menace that continues to threaten Ghana’s environment and livelihoods. According to the paper, it is critical for stakeholders at this moment to move beyond fragmented crackdowns and instead pursue long-term solutions and interventions […]| The Herald Ghana
