Published by MulticdbOnline.com | June 11, 2025
In a recent address, Issahaku Nuhu Putiaha, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA), commended the current government for its intensified efforts in tackling illegal mining (galamsey) across Ghana.
According to Mr. Putiaha, while the fight against galamsey has been a long-standing national issue, there is visible progress under the current administration, especially in the areas of enforcement, community engagement, and water resource protection.
“The current government is making greater progress in combating galamsey,”
— Issahaku Nuhu Putiaha, Deputy CEO, CWSA
He highlighted that several water bodies that were previously polluted by illegal mining activities have begun to show signs of recovery, thanks to strategic interventions and collaboration with local authorities.
Key Highlights from the Address:
• Increased security and monitoring in galamsey-prone zones
• Community education on the long-term effects of illegal mining
• Improved coordination between CWSA and environmental agencies
• Restoration efforts for contaminated water sources
Mr. Putiaha also emphasized that sustainable water delivery cannot be achieved unless illegal mining is brought under control, as it continues to threaten both rural water systems and urban treatment plants.
The remarks were made during a stakeholder meeting on rural water supply systems held in the Ashanti Region, bringing together key players from government, private sector, and civil society.
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