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Galamsey Menace: Enchi-Asankragwa on the brink of collapse due to illegal mining activities

The Enchi-Asankragwa road in the Western Region has been severely damaged by the activities of illegal miners in the area.

A video shared by Channel One TV on Friday, September 6, 2024, showed the single carriage 56-kilometre road in a deplorable state with portions caved and the concrete rods used as fenders broken apart.

The illegal mining activities have left holes underneath the road unfilled, causing significant damage and almost dividing it into two.

Reconstruction of the road began in 2008 at a cost of ¢152 billion during the Kufuor-led administration and was expected to last for fifteen years.

However, illegal mining activities have compromised the road, underscoring the need for urgent action to stop further destruction.

 

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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