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The Fetish Priests Association of Ghana, led by its President, Kwaku Bonsam, has announced a nationwide protest against the increasing devastation caused by illegal mining, or galamsey. The association expressed deep concern over the destruction of water bodies and forests, which are being ravaged by these illegal activities.
Speaking on Kasapa FM, Kwaku Bonsam emphasized that the environmental destruction has reached intolerable levels, severely impacting the country’s natural resources. The association, comprising over 2,000 members from across Ghana, is determined to take decisive action to protect the nation’s natural heritage.
Bonsam highlighted the severe consequences of galamsey, including the pollution of water sources, destruction of fertile lands, and an impending environmental crisis that threatens the well-being of future generations. He also hinted at a more spiritual approach to combatting those responsible for galamsey, warning that the gods of the land would not remain silent while these activities desecrate the environment.
He stated that the protest would be followed by a wave of “unexplained curses and deaths” within two weeks, targeting those involved in galamsey. Traditional leaders, environmentalists, and all Ghanaians were urged to join the protest to protect the environment for future generations.
Bonsam also called on the government to take immediate and effective action to halt galamsey operations, which have led to the contamination of major rivers like the Pra, Ankobra, and Birim—vital water sources for many communities. Despite government interventions, including military operations and legal actions, galamsey continues to thrive, especially in rural areas with weak law enforcement.
This planned protest comes amid growing national debate and urgent calls for stricter measures to end illegal mining and its devastating effects.
