Residents of Assin Agave in the Assin North Constituency are facing a severe water shortage. This crisis is caused by illegal mining activities, known locally as galamsey.
The community for years depended on nearby streams for everything. These included drinking water, fishing, and irrigating their farms.
The galamsey operations have now polluted these vital water sources. This leaves residents dependent on contaminated water.
The illegal miners have degraded the environment, making the streams unusable.
This situation threatens the long-term water future of the Assin Agave area.
Further details on official action are pending.