The government has reaffirmed its commitment to engaging all relevant stakeholders in finding solutions to Ghana’s illegal mining crisis, commonly known as galamsey.

The Information Minister, Fatimatu Abubakar, in a statement on Friday following a closed-door meeting between President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and leaders of Organised Labour on Thursday, stressed that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government is dedicated to protecting the environment while pursuing sustainable mining practices.

The meeting was prompted by Organised Labour’s declaration of an indefinite strike set for October 10. The strike was announced on Tuesday, October 1, after the government failed to meet their demands for a total ban on all forms of mining and the declaration of a state of emergency to combat galamsey.

During the meeting, President Akufo-Addo appealed to Organised Labour to reconsider the planned strike, assuring them of his commitment to addressing their concerns. According to sources, the President requested additional time to work on the demands made by labour leaders.

According to the statement, the government’s ongoing efforts toward sustainable mining and environmental protection. She assured the public that the government will continue to engage with all stakeholders to achieve these objectives.