Ghana in Focus Special: illegal small scale mining (Galamsey) Part II - A genocide and Ecocide right before our very eyes

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This week on Ghana in Focus, we delve deep into the escalating crisis caused by illegal small-scale mining, locally known as Galamsey. Despite various government interventions, a staggering three-quarters of Ghana's water sources are now contaminated with toxic chemicals such as arsenic, lead, mercury, and cyanide. The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) currently struggles to purify water, with only 40% of the nation's water being treatable, down from 70% just two years ago. If this menace is not addressed, Ghana could face a dire water shortage in the near future.
The key areas most affected by illegal mining are the Western, Asante, Central, Eastern, and Bono regions of Ghana
The Shocking reality is that high ranking Government officials and Chinese nationals are complicit in this environmental disaster. Major rivers like the Pra, Offin, and Ankobra have been tragically contaminated, posing severe health risks to those who consume the toxic water. This crisis demands immediate collective action from all Ghanaians to combat the menace of Galamsey and safeguard our environment and food security. Stronger, more effective interventions are needed to protect our nation's future and prevent an ecological catastrophe.
We explore how Galamsey has led to the severe pollution of major rivers, leaving the Volta River as one of the few unpolluted sources. The health risks posed by drinking and bathing in toxic water are severe, with many people in mining areas developing cancer and other diseases. Immediate action is required, and Ghanaians must rise up against this eco-terrorism to prevent an impending water crisis.
We highlight the severe health consequences of consuming contaminated water. Babies are being born with severe deformities, and people are developing respiratory issues and cancer due to the toxic chemicals in the water. This situation is a form of terrorism, as poisoning water supplies can have deadly consequences.
The environmental impact of Galamsey is also devastating. Forests have been depleted, and farms have been ransacked to make way for illegal mining activities. The resulting ecocide has far-reaching consequences for Ghana's environment and food security.
In conclusion, the water crisis in Ghana is a ticking time bomb that demands immediate and collective action. Illegal small-scale mining has destroyed the country's water sources, posing severe health and environmental risks. Ghanaians must rise up against this eco-terrorism and demand stronger interventions to safeguard their water, health, and future.
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1. Ghana in Focus Special: illegal small scale mining (Galamsey) Part II - A genocide and Ecocide right before our very eyes (00:00:00)

2. Illegal Small-Scale Mining Crisis in Ghana (00:00:05)

3. Environmental Crisis in Ghana (00:13:10)