Deputy Director of A Rocha Ghana, Daryl Bosu, has commended the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, for demonstrating a strong commitment to tackling illegal small-scale mining in the country.

Speaking on the devastating impact of illegal mining on Channel One Newsroom, Bosu emphasised that the government's political will is essential in reclaiming degraded lands, polluted water bodies, and forest reserves.

He called for concrete action against galamsey, stressing that the time for mere discussions is over.

Bosu urged the sector minister and the government to remain resolute in the fight, emphasizing the need for an uncompromising approach to eliminate the menace. "We need the political leadership to be very committed.