The National Executive Committee of the Graduate Students’ Association of Ghana (GRASAG) has announced its decision to join the Catholic Bishops' Conference and the Catholic Church in their protest against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, on October 11, 2024.
This decision comes in response to the severe environmental degradation and socio-economic challenges caused by galamsey activities across the country.
In a statement signed by the GRASAG National Secretariat, it said the association is aligning with the Catholic Church in calling for stronger actions from the government, civil society, and all stakeholders to safeguard Ghana’s lands, water bodies, and natural resources from further destruction.
"As a body of over 100,000 intellectuals and future leaders, GRASAG believes that the ongoing galamsey operations threaten the future of Ghana’s environment, economy, and its citizens at large," part of the statement read.
The association particularly expressed concern for students, many of whom rely on water from university taps.
“We cannot stand idly while our water bodies are poisoned, farmlands destroyed, and communities left vulnerable,” the statement continued.
In joining the protest, GRASAG reiterated its commitment to promoting responsible and accountable governance.
The association encouraged all Ghanaians to participate in this peaceful demonstration to amplify the urgent call for immediate and effective measures to combat illegal mining.
Read the full statement below.
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