Why is galamsey such a big deal in Ghana?
Focus on Africa25 Sep 2024

Why is galamsey such a big deal in Ghana?

A coalition of civil society organizations, labor unions, media outlets and religious leaders in Ghana have intensified pressure on the government to act decisively against illegal mining, known as galamsey. What impact does galamsey have on the country?

Also, an appeal from Amnesty International to release four activists detained in Angola. There's concern over their detriorating health. We'll hear from the wife of one of those detained.

And a challenge to the organisers of Fashion Week in Nigeria..to add plus size models to the catwalk!

Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Rob Wilson in London. Frenny Jowi in Nairobi and Todah Opeyemi in Lagos. Technical Producer: Jonathan Greer Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

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