Adib Saani, Executive Director of the Jatikay Centre for Human Security and Peace Building, has urged the government to prioritize security in the mining sector.
This would address recurring violent clashes in mining areas and their severe consequences.
In an interview with the Ghana News Agency in Accra on Friday, January 24, 2025, Saani said the recurring violence in mining communities pointed to the need for comprehensive reforms in the sector. "Illegal miners often arm themselves, claiming it is for protection against robbers.
However, this poses significant threats to the safety of mining communities. "There is also evidence of foreign involvement, with some reports linking illegal mining to terrorist financing in the sub-region," he said.
