Illegal mining linked to rising security threats - KAIPTC warns

Illegal mining linked to rising security threats - KAIPTC warns

By Akosua Frema Frempong The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) has held a workshop in Kumasi, the capital of Ashanti Region, to examine the safety and security implications of illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, in communities across the Ashanti and Western Region. The meeting brought together traditional authorities, security agencies and policymakers to discuss strategies aimed at addressing the growing thr…