A group of passionate protestors took to the streets to express their anger over the environmental destruction caused by illegal mining, known as galamsey.
The demonstration not only sought justice for 53 detained activists but also aimed to raise awareness about the severe health and ecological crises resulting from this practice.
Protestors clad in black and red, their choice of colours represented both mourning for the environmental damage and frustration over the government’s lack of action.
The protestors carried signs highlighting the urgent issues related to illegal mining and its dire impact on Ghana’s water bodies and ecosystems.
“I would prefer clean water over all the flagship policies that the political parties are putting out there. What is a 24-hour economy when we don’t even have clean water to drink? Something as basic as ensuring access to clean water for citizens is being neglected.”
The march emphasized the urgent need for government intervention to address these pressing issues and the release for the 53 prosecuted persons in prison.
The protestor argued that without clean water, promises of economic growth are meaningless, calling for a sustainable approach to protect both the environment and public health.
Story By: Ibrahim Nii Adjetey Quao | univers.ug.edu.gh
