On October 11, 2024, the Catholic Archdiocese of Accra led a protest walk through the streets of Accra, calling for an end to illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey.
The demonstration, which began at the Holy Spirit Cathedral, included prayers and symbolic gestures to emphasize the environmental and social devastation caused by these activities.
This protest follows a strong statement from the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, issued a month earlier, criticizing the government’s inaction and urging decisive enforcement of anti-galamsey laws.
The protest has garnered significant media attention, with the hashtags #StopGalamseyNow and #FreetheCitizens trending on social media, reflecting a groundswell of public support.
The Catholic Church’s stance has also inspired other civil groups to join the cause, including student organizations like GRASAG, showing a united front against illegal mining.
This movement is seen as a powerful call for the government to take meaningful steps to protect Ghana’s environment from further degradation.
It marks a shift from rhetoric to action as the Catholic Church and broader society rally to save the country’s natural resources for future generations.
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