The fund stated that the two incidents are clear examples of the dangers illegal mining (galamsey) poses to humans and the environment as a whole. MDF administrator champions women's financing“The MDF strongly reiterates that those who engage in illegal mining and leave behind hazardous pits must be held accountable for reclamation and remediation. It is unacceptable for communities to continue to suffer loss of life and environmental destruction due to negligence and disregard for human safety,” it said. It went on to assure that it would continue to work to redress the negative impact of mining in mining communities and support the development and well-being of these communities. It also called on stakeholders and the general public to collectively enforce compliance with mining laws to safeguard communities and prevent further tragedies.

Source: GhanaWeb March 05, 2026 14:06 UTC