Dr Bright Boafo Boamah, a Medical Doctor and Toxicologist has revealed that it could take between 10 to 15 years to restore Ghana's water bodies polluted by illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey.
Speaking on JoyNews' Newsfile programme on Saturday, October 12, Dr Boamah emphasized the severe environmental damage caused by galamsey and the extensive time required to restore these water sources.
He explained that the chemicals and heavy metals used in illegal mining, such as mercury and cyanide, have deeply contaminated Ghana's rivers and streams, making the restoration process both challenging and lengthy.
Dr Boamah noted that even with immediate intervention, the ecological recovery would require long-term efforts, including continuous monitoring and remediation strategies.