GCAG kickstarts red ban campaign against illegal mining
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey (GCAG) has began what it describes as the red ban campaign effective Thursday (10 October), urging citizens to wear red bands as a symbol of solidarity and to demand immediate action against the illegal mining (galamsey) menace. The campaign, symbolized by the wearing of a red band, is a visual … The post GCAG kickstarts red ban campaign against illegal mining appeared first on Asaase Radio.
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey (GCAG) has began what it describes as the red ban campaign effective Thursday (10 October), urging citizens to wear red bands as a symbol of solidarity and to demand immediate action against the illegal mining (galamsey) menace.
The campaign, symbolized by the wearing of a red band, is a visual representation of the collective demand for immediate and decisive action against illegal mining.
The campaign also seeks to put additional pressure on the government to clarify its commitments and publish clear timelines for the implementation of effective interventions.
This campaign, symbolised by the wearing of a red band, is a visual representation of our collective demand for immediate and decisive action against illegal mining.
A statement issued by the Coalition on Thursday (10 October), said the Coalition will ensure government does not ignore its commitment to addressing the menace.
‘’Given the developments, we call on all Ghanaians to rally behind the Red Band Campaign beginning today, the 10 October. This campaign, symbolized by the wearing of a red band, is a visual representation of our collective demand for immediate and decisive action against illegal mining. We will monitor, put pressure on, and ensure that Government does not ignore its commitments.
‘’ There is an urgent need for government to clarify the commitments made by publishing clear timelines and indicators so actions are progressive rather than adhoc as we have seen over the years. We further urgently call on the government to align its commitments with the demands of the Ghanaian people. ‘’
‘’A failure to meet these demands not only threatens our environment but also undermines the rule of law and endangers the livelihoods of countless communities that rely on clean water and intact ecosystems,’’ the statement said.
Expedite action
The Coalition further called on government to expedite action to dismantle illegal mining operations in the country without delay.
‘’We urge the government to expedite action to dismantle illegal operations without delay. In conclusion, we all need to be reminded that for every delay on the part of Government to act and show bold and resolute leadership in the interest of Ghanaians, our rivers, our forests, and the future stands at greater risk of irreversible depletion, poisoning and contamination, and putting the lives and future of Ghanaians at risk.’’
‘’We therefore caution that the piecemeal solutions and half-hearted as exhibited thus far efforts will not suffice. Any action must be swift and treated with all the urgency it deserves,’’ the statement said.
Below is the full statement:
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