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Dr Theo Acheampong, a Mineral and Natural Resources Economist, has revealed that seven out of every ten small-scale miners in Ghana are operating without a valid license, making their activities illegal.

Speaking on JoyNews' Newsfile programme on Saturday, October 12, he highlighted the severe implications of these unregulated operations, which contribute significantly to the ongoing environmental degradation caused by illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey.

Dr Acheampong pointed out that the lack of proper licensing among small-scale miners is one of the main challenges in addressing the galamsey crisis.

He expressed concern that illegal mining continues to flourish due to inadequate enforcement of regulations and a lack of proper governance within the mining sector.

These illegal operations are not only harmful to the environment but also undermine efforts to promote sustainable mining practices in the country.

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