I’m highly surprised at those saying Galamsey has come down – Dr. Barnabas Addai
Dr. Barnabas Addae, a lecturer at the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), has expressed deep surprise over claims that illegal mining, popularly known as Galamsey, has reduced in Ghana.
Speaking on Kessben FM’s Democracy, Dr. Addae challenged recent narratives suggesting that government interventions have significantly curbed the menace. According to him, the visible environmental degradation in many mining communities tells a different story.
“I’m highly surprised at the people who are saying galamsey has come down. Where is the evidence?” he asked. “Our water bodies are still polluted, forests are being destroyed, and communities continue to suffer the consequences of illegal mining activities.”
Dr. Addae urged stakeholders to move beyond political rhetoric and confront the realities on the ground. He emphasized the need for more transparent monitoring, stronger enforcement of environmental laws, and genuine political will to fight the galamsey crisis.
He also called on educational institutions and the media to play a more active role in raising awareness and holding authorities accountable.
His comments add to growing public skepticism about the effectiveness of current anti-galamsey measures and the need for sustained national effort to protect Ghana’s natural resources for future generations.
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