Accra, Oct 1, 2024 (AFP) - Ghana plans three-day protest over illegal mining, arrests

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2024-10-01

Ghanaians are set to stage a three-day protest this week demanding government action on illegal gold mining and the release of 54 activists detained for demonstrating against the illicit activity. The government's handling of illegal mining -- particularly its impact on natural resources and rural livelihoods -- has become a flashpoint issue in the run-up to the West African country's presidential elections in December. Fifty four members of the......

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