‘A mine may close, but the community must not’ – Ga Mantse calls for sustainable mining
The Ga Mantse and President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for responsible and sustainable mining, cautioning that Ghana cannot pursue today’s mineral wealth at the expense of future generations.
King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse and President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, has urged for sustainable mining in Ghana, warning against neglecting future generations for the sake of today's mineral wealth. He emphasized that mining operations will eventually cease, but the community cannot suffer alongside them.
In his remarks at a National Mining Dialogue on the topic of "Rethinking the Social License to Operate," King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II stressed the importance of environmental protection and the preservation of natural resources for generations to come. He urged both mining companies and policymakers to adopt a responsible approach that balances economic growth with environmental preservation and the welfare of mining communities.
King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II stressed that Ghana's mineral resources should be utilized responsibly to foster national development without causing environmental degradation or social issues for future generations. The event aimed to curb illegal gold mining, or galamsey, and promote responsible mining practices in the country.
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