Since taking office, Ahenkora revealed that the Akyemansa District Assembly has seized over 300 changfang and pumping machines, 105 boats, and arrested more than 50 individuals involved in illegal mining activities. The DCE has made it clear that protecting the environment and safeguarding water bodies will remain a top priority during her tenure. “We will not relent in our efforts to protect our environment and water bodies,” she emphasised. He noted that significant actions have already been taken, particularly around the Prah and Birim River rivers, where they have seized numerous illegal mining machines, including changfang and pumping machines, and arrested multiple illegal miners. Addressing Rumours and Maintaining PressureGeorge Gyasi addressed circulating rumours that the confiscated mining equipment had been returned to the illegal miners.

Source: GhanaWeb March 17, 2026 08:17 UTC