The ruling -led government has taken two major actions to clamp down on the illegal gold market, thanks to a compelling documentary by media powerhouse .

Titled 'The Gold Market That Fuels Galamsey', the documentary reveals a hidden, thriving 'black market' in the Western Region, where over 100 gold-buying shops operate without licenses and beyond the oversight of regulatory authorities, thereby fueling illegal mining activities.

Following the premiere and official release of the documentary, the initiative has yielded massive results, dominating media discussions and prompting swift action by the government through the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).

Here are the two major actions taken thanks to the documentary: 1.