The Bishops believe enforcing laws and holding those responsible for illegal mining accountable are key to stopping the damage it causes. The statement read “Immediate and Decisive Action by Government: We urge the government to stop the lips service in fighting galamsey by employing all available means to halt illegal mining activities. While they condemned illegal mining, they also recognized its economic importance to Ghana. They urged both large and small mining companies to follow environmental rules and practice responsible mining. The Bishops also suggested creating alternative jobs for people involved in galamsey to help them find other ways to earn a living.

Source: GhanaWeb October 06, 2024 14:00 UTC