(Video) Manso Nkwanta: Youth retrieve body of drowned 5-year-old girl from abandoned galamsey pit
In an incident captured on video and shared on X (formerly Twitter), the youth of Manso Nkwanta in the Amansie West District embarked on a desperate search mission to retrieve the body of a 5-year-old girl who drowned in an abandoned galamsey pit.
The tragic event unfolded when the young girl, playing with her friends near the hazardous area, fell into the pit and drowned.
The video shows two men courageously diving into the muddy water, frantically searching for her in an attempt to rescue her.
Despite their valiant efforts, the girl’s lifeless body was eventually recovered from the pit, bringing immense sorrow to the local community. The abandoned galamsey pit, a remnant of illegal mining activities, poses significant dangers to residents, especially children who are often unaware of the risks.
The incident has sparked outrage and grief among the community members and has brought renewed attention to the dangers posed by abandoned mining sites. Residents and local leaders are calling for immediate action to secure these sites and prevent future tragedies.
The video has gone viral, prompting widespread calls for governmental intervention and stricter regulations on mining activities to ensure that such abandoned sites are properly sealed and rehabilitated.
Galamsey in Ghana
Galamsey, a local term in Ghana referring to illegal small-scale gold mining, has been a significant issue in the country for decades. These unregulated mining activities often take place in rural areas, where miners dig for gold without the necessary permits or oversight.
The practice has severe environmental and social consequences, including deforestation, water pollution, and the destruction of arable land.
The hazardous conditions of abandoned galamsey pits pose significant dangers, particularly to children, as evidenced by the recent tragedy in Manso Nkwanta. Despite efforts by the Ghanaian government to clamp down on illegal mining, galamsey continues to thrive, driven by poverty and the lucrative nature of gold mining.
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