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Deputy Lands Minister satisfied with current turbidity level of River Ankobra

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The Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources responsible for Mines, Mr George Mireku Duker, has noted that the restoration of the Ankobra River and other waterbodies to their natural state reflects the government’s progress in combating illegal mining.

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According to him, the improvement in the turbidity level of the waterbodies indicates that the anti-galamsey campaign is producing results.

Speaking to the media after a tour of the Ankobra River on Thursday, the Deputy Minister lauded the various stakeholders for their roles in combating illegal mining.

Mr Mireku Duker maintained that the government would not let up on the measures that have resulted in the gains made thus far.

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He added that the training of river wardens to supplement the Operation Halt II Taskforce is another commendable government initiative that has significantly contributed to the liberation of waterbodies from galamsey operations.

He urged stakeholders, especially Chiefs, MMDCEs and the general public, to work with the government to protect the waterbodies.

He reiterated the government’s opposition to a ban on small-scale mining and stated that the government would transform the small-scale mining sector through the Community Mining Scheme and other innovations.

“We should take full responsibility for protecting Ghana’s river bodies.  We have roles to play including MMDCEs and we must all commit to protecting our waterbodies. There are suggestions for the government to close down small-scale mining activities but we are aware of the number of job opportunities created in the small-scale mining sector,” he added.

The DCE for Ellembelle District, Mr Kwasi Bonzo stated that the people of Ellembelle will not sit back and watch others destroy their livelihoods.

Madam Dorcas Amoah, DCE for Nzema East, commended the government for the Community Mining Scheme in the area, revealing that the innovative mining scheme has positively impacted many lives.

Irene Wirekoaa Osei, ISD

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