A young galamseyer (illegal miner) has captured the attention of Ghanaians with a heartfelt song, urging the government to address unemployment, which he identifies as the root cause of illegal mining.
The viral video, which has sparked widespread conversation, features the young man passionately expressing the desperation that drives many individuals to engage in galamsey, despite the known environmental and legal consequences.
In the song, the young miner paints a vivid picture of the harsh reality facing those involved in galamsey, noting that for many, it is not a choice but a means of survival.
He implores the government to focus on creating job opportunities for the youth, asserting that, given viable alternatives, he and others would gladly abandon their mining tools.
The video has resonated with many, as it highlights a crucial aspect of the galamsey problem that is often overlooked—unemployment. Despite numerous government crackdowns on illegal mining, the practice continues to thrive in many parts of the country, largely because of the economic struggles faced by those involved.
Watch the viral video below:
Source: InsiderGH.com
