Much of this trade bypasses official channels, fueling illegal mining networks overseas that use toxic mercury and cyanide. This smuggling contributes to global deforestation, river pollution, and hazardous labour conditions.
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Monday, August 31, 2026
Ivory Coast Launches African Coalition to Fight Illegal Gold Mining
Ivory Coast has launched an African Coalition against land degradation and environmental pollution caused by illegal artisanal and small-scale gold mining, calling for stronger continental cooperation to tackle the environmental and social impacts of illegal gold extraction.
read more... https://miningfocusafrica.com/2026/08/31/ivory-coast-launches-african-coalition-to-fight-illegal-gold-mining/
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Mahama Charges New Environment Minister To Treat Galamsey As A Health Crisis
President John Dramani Mahama has directed newly sworn-in Environment, Science and Technology Minister Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings to use her medical training to reframe illegal mining and pollution as public health emergencies rather than purely ecological problems.
read more... https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-charges-new-environment-minister-to-treat-galamsey-as-a-health-crisis/