The National Concerned Small Scale Miners Association, Ghana (NCSSMAG), through its dedicated Anti-Galamsey Taskforce, has undertaken a decisive crackdown on illegal mining activities, destroying over 100 “Chamfan” machines utilized for unlawful mining (galamsey) along critical river bodies in Ghana’s Ashanti Region.
The week-long enforcement operation targeted illegal operations on the River Mankra, a tributary connecting to the Offin River, impacting districts including Ahafo Ano South West, Ahafo North, and Atwima Mponua.
NCSSMAG’s action underscores the Association’s steadfast commitment to supporting Ghana’s government-led efforts against *illegal mining (galamsey)*, particularly operations ravaging river ecosystems, imperiling water resources, and harming the environment. President Michael Kwadwo Peprah emphasized NCSSMAG’s dedication to *responsible and sustainable small-scale mining practices*, aligning with national environmental and mining laws.
“Legitimate small-scale miners are deeply concerned about the negative image created by illegal miners destroying rivers and lands, undermining our credibility and collective efforts contributing to national development. We urge all engaged in illegal riverbody mining to cease operations immediately and pursue regularization through appropriate authorities.”
NCSSMAG appeals to illegal miners to halt mining on river bodies forthwith, reiterating collaboration readiness with Ghana’s *Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the Minerals Commission, and security agencies to bolster the national anti-galamsey campaign.
Illegal mining (galamsey) remains a pressing environmental threat in Ghana, linked to deforestation, water pollution, and ecosystem degradation, prompting concerted stakeholder interventions [1][2][3].
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Michael Kwadwo Peprah
President, National Concerned Small Scale Miners Association, Ghana (NCSSMAG)
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NCSSMAG’s enforcement drive highlights sectoral accountability and environmental stewardship amid Ghana’s ongoing battles against unlawful mining’s ecological toll
