Galamsey Crisis: It’s Time to Stop the Political Blame Game – Advocacy for Sustainable Small-Scale Mining
Advocacy for Sustainable Small Scale Mining, argues against calls for a ban on small-scale mining
- The fight against illegal mining needs to focus on accountability
- Effective solutions require educating miners and involving local communities in the conversation
- Small-scale mining is crucial for Ghana's economic growth
Philip Bawah, Director of Operations for Advocacy for Sustainable Small Scale Mining, argues against calls for a ban on small-scale mining.
Mr. Bawah labelled the calls for a ban on small-scale mining a lazy approach.
Appearing on the ‘Ghana Se Sen Morning Show on Lawson TV/Radio with Kwame Tanko’ he highlighted the significant role small-scale mining has played in Ghana’s economic growth over the years.
Mr. Bawah contended that the battle against illegal mining has become overly politicized, and true progress can only be made when citizens stop intertwining politics with the issue.
He believes that those who have supported illegal mining should be held accountable.
To effectively combat galamsey, Mr. Bawah advocateed for educating miners, engaging local communities, and raising awareness.
He also pointed out that the NPP’s stance against galamsey contributed to their loss of parliamentary seats in the 2020 elections.
Mr. Bawah emphasized that the fight has often been driven by political propaganda and narrow interests.
