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Galamsey operators flee at sight of Environment Minister at Osino’s Birim River

About 20 suspected illegal miners, popularly known as galamsey operators, reportedly fled the scene after spotting the Minister for Environment, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, at the Birim River in Osino.

  • 20 suspected galamsey operators flee at Environment Minister's sight
  • Birim River in Osino deemed sacred by local community
  • Minister pledges to intensify efforts against illegal mining

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