A group of illegal miners have narrowly escaped death when a mudslide struck after their makeshift barrier, used to block a water body, suddenly collapsed.
The incident, captured in a viral video, showed rushing water sweeping through the excavation site, forcing the miners to flee for their lives as the ground beneath them caved in.
This incident has identified the dangers associated with galamsey, where miners often operate without regard for safety measures, putting both their lives and the environment at great risk.
Illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey, have caused extensive damage to the environment and water bodies across the country over time.
Despite efforts by the previous government, these activities have continued to thrive, sparking conversations about the need for a state of emergency to be declared on illegal mining and a complete ban on such practices.
Watch the video below:
Source: www.ghanaweb.com
