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The National Concerned Small Scale Miners Association, Ghana (NCSSMAG), with support from the national Anti-Galamsey Taskforce, have destroyed over one hundred (100) “Chanfang” machines used for illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey activities on various river bodies within one week. The exercise was carried out along the River Bankra, which connects to the Offin River, spanning parts of the Ahafo Ano South West, Ahafo North, and Atwima Mponua Districts. Their action forms part of the Association’s firm commitment to support the Government of Ghana’s ongoing fight against illegal mining, especially activities that destroy river bodies and threaten our water resources and environment. Interacting with the media in Kumasi, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Michael Kwadwo Peprah, President of NCSSMAG, reiterated the Association’s commitment to promote responsible and sustainable small-scale mining practices across the country. Galamsey-Menace-Chairman-Nkansah-Newlove-14229">Ban Surface Mining to End Galamsey Menace – Chairman Nkansah Newlove He stressed that the operation was also aimed at self-regulation — ensuring that members of the Association adhere strictly to environmental and mining laws while protecting the reputation of the legitimate small-scale mining sector. “We, the legitimate small-scale miners, are deeply concerned about the negative image being created by the activities of illegal miners who continue to destroy our rivers and lands. Their actions are undermining our credibility and the collective efforts of responsible miners who are contributing to national development,” he said. The National Concerned Small Scale Miners Association reiterates its readiness to continue working closely with the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the Minerals Commission, and security agencies to ensure the success of the national campaign against galamsey. Watch the latest edition of BizTech below
