The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, , has stated that the Blue Water Guard Initiative, a government-led program, will enhance the fight against illegal mining, known as galamsey.
Speaking at a press conference on April 3, 2025, the minister explained that the initiative is designed to strengthen security along Ghana's river systems by training 2,000 personnel to work alongside the Ghana Navy.
He noted that the Ghana Navy will establish a training basin along the country's three major water systems to ensure a constant security presence, deterring illegal mining activities. "We have, within this short period, initiated the Blue Water Guard Project, which aims to train about 2,000 young people.
These individuals are not soldiers but security personnel trained to coordinate with the Ghana Navy and serve as intelligence officers.
