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 on October 23 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,"
said Air Commodore David Anettey Akrong, Acting Commandant of KAIPTC, in his opening address.
The event brought together policymakers, security experts, academics, media professionals, and civil society representatives to discuss practical solutions to the crisis.
- Devastating effects on the environment
- Public health risks
- Economic impacts
- National security concerns
Author's summary: KAIPTC seminar addresses galamsey threat in Ghana.