Renowned Kumawood film producer, Paul Gee has urged government to demonstrate its readiness to fight galamsey by giving out GH₵2b ($121,645,600) to the creative industry for a effective fight against the menace.According to him, one of the most effective approaches to combat illegal mining widely known as galamsey is through movies and music.The amount, he said will fully support the production of anti-galamsey films, documentaries, music, and other creative works that would bring to the fore the devastating effects of illegal mining.In an interview with Graphic Showbiz on Monday, November 4, 2024, Paul Gee noted that creatives could effectively provide a solution to the menace if this suggestion is taken into consideration by government."I've always said that creatives have the power to shape minds and inspire action.
I, therefore, suggested that the government allocates GH₵2 billion to us to produce anti-galamsey content, create jobs and educate affected communities."For instance, if you have an actress such as Nana Ama Mcbrown and a movie producer like myself, working on a documentary on galamsey, it will have greater impact," he said.Despite, the many protests against galamsey in the country and the petitions for President Akufo-Addo to take action, galamsey is still happening in the country.Paul Gee believes that the creative sector has the potential to drive social change against galamsey if it is given some level of attention."This is not the first time creatives have been used to conscientise the populace.
This creative approach can educate and empower those involved, encouraging them to abandon harmful practices."By leveraging Ghana's film industry, we can combat galamsey.
Imagine the over 400 Ghanaian film producers using galamsey sites as movie locations, raising awareness about the devastating effects of illegal mining.