The National Concerned Association of Small-Scale Miners (NCASSM) has called on the government to investigate the utilization of over $200 million allocated between 2017 and 2024 to combat illegal mining (galamsey).
The association alleges mismanagement of resources meant for interventions to curb the environmental and social effects of galamsey.
Allegations of Mismanagement In a press statement issued by its president, Michael Kwadwo Peprah, NCASSM raised concerns about the misuse of funds and equipment acquired under the anti-galamsey campaign.
Specific concerns included: 1.
