The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has announced plans to convene a high-level stakeholders’ meeting aimed at developing a clear action plan to pressure the government into taking stronger steps to end illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey.
The Deputy Secretary-General of TUC, Dr. Kwabena Nyarko Otoo, revealed this in an interview on Asempa FM Ekosii Sen, following TUC’s fact-finding mission in mining-prone areas and water treatment plants in the country.
Dr. Otoo said the meeting will focus on practical and independent strategies led by the union, rather than relying solely on broader Organised Labour initiatives.
He indicated that the approach would differ from the planned industrial action by Organised Labour last year, which was suspended after assurances from the government.
“The structures of the TUC will meet in the coming weeks to decide on measures we must take as TUC, in collaboration with the government, to end illegal mining,” he explained.
Dr. Otoo explained that during the inspection, the team witnessed firsthand the destruction caused by galamsey on Ghana’s water bodies and environment.
He expressed disappointment over the government’s repeated failure to follow through on its commitments to tackle the menace.
“Those commitments were made in writing. We received a letter from the President himself on that day. So, if the new government came in with all the euphoria and promise, we expect continuity in implementing those commitments,” Dr. Otoo emphasized.
Source: Adomonline
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