The Eastern Regional House of Chiefs has called for immediate action to curtail the adverse effect of illegal mining activities in rural parts of the country commonly known as galamsey.
Expressing alarm over the proliferation of illegal mining (galamsey) in rural communities, the chiefs denounced its adverse effects on the environment and public health.
The Chiefs in a communique issued after a two-day training workshop at the Royal Senchi Hotel and Resort on September 24 and 25, 2024, urged the government to engage meaningfully with them and to consider their suggestions for effectively tackling this pressing issue.
The country's forest cover has witnessed a fast depletion in recent times due to illegal mining activities and the chiefs believe involving them in the fight could lead to the desired results.