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Contaminated Acheke: Shocking details emerge on galamsey-infested water used in cooking popular Ghanaian meal

The devastating effects of the illegal mining menace commonly known as ‘galamsey’ remain dire, with alarming calls on the government to urgently tackle the issue.

Despite being a major economic driver for those involved, the impact of galamsey on livelihoods, health, the environment and even food security is evident for all to see.

The latest trend in the devastating impact of galamsey is poised to affect a commonly known meal, ‘Acheke,’ which is widely patronised by many Ghanaians.

In a viral video shared on X (formerly Twitter), a woman captured the extent to which galamsey-infested water is treated and then used to cook the famous meal, which is transported to various parts of the country.

“We normally treat this galamsey-infested water with alum, which we purchase for 10 cedis. Once treated, the water becomes clearer, and we use it to mix and make the Acheke that you all enjoy. This raw material is distributed to all parts of the country, including Accra, Takoradi, Kumasi, and others.”

She then urged the government to take action against the galamsey menace to ensure that the water used by residents is clean and free of harmful chemicals.

Watch the video below:

 

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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