KAIPTC Seminar on Galamsey
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) hosted a seminar on the growing issue of illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) in Ghana.
The seminar, part of KAIPTC's Reflections on Security Series, was held under the theme: Galamsey as an Existential Threat to Ghana: A Call for Reflection and Action.
Galamsey has transformed from a traditional livelihood activity into a widespread national crisis.
Air Commodore David Anettey Akrong, Acting Commandant of KAIPTC, emphasized the gravity of the galamsey threat, bringing together policymakers, security experts, academics, media professionals, and civil society representatives to discuss solutions.
The seminar highlighted the devastating effects of galamsey on the environment, public health, economy, and national security.
Author's summary: KAIPTC hosts seminar on galamsey threat.