Small-Scale Miners Pledge Support for DCE’s Fight Against Illegal Mining

Small-Scale Miners Pledge Support for DCE’s Fight Against Illegal Mining

From Ernest Best Anane, Asiwa

Mr. Paul Asumaning Mensah, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Asomens Farms and Trading and the leader of the small-scale miners group in Bosome-freho District, has pledged the group’s commitment to supporting the District Chief Executive’s (DCE) efforts to combat illegal mining activities in the area.

Mr. Asomaning commended the CCE for his efforts to combat illegal mining and pledged the group’s support in promoting responsible mining practices. He announced that the group is ready to provide a pick-up to initiate a taskforce to monitor the activities of miners and flush out those operating illegally.

The DCE, Mr. Charles Appiah-Kubi, had earlier reminded small-scale miners operating in the district that acquiring a mining license does not permit them to violate the rules and regulations governing mining. He emphasized that the laws of Ghana prohibit mining in forest reserves, water bodies, and roadside areas, and warned that failure to comply would result in legal action.

The DCE urged the miners to mine responsibly and reclaim the land after operations, warning that anyone found guilty would face penalties and be required to pay for the reclamation of the land.