KAIPTC Hosts Seminar on Galamsey as an Existential Threat to Ghana
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) convened a seminar on the growing menace of illegal small-scale mining (galamsey), highlighting its devastating effects on the environment, public health, economy, and national security.
The seminar, part of KAIPTC’s Reflections on Security Series, was held under the theme: “Galamsey as an Existential Threat to Ghana: A Call for Reflection and Action.”
- Policymakers
- Security experts
- Academics
- Media professionals
- Civil society representatives
deliberated on practical solutions to this urgent national crisis.
Galamsey has transformed from a traditional livelihood activity into a widespread national crisis
said Air Commodore David Anettey Akrong, Acting Commandant of KAIPTC.
Author's summary: KAIPTC holds seminar on galamsey threat.