GMA Warns Mahama

GMA Warns Politicians: Fight Galamsey or Face Electoral Defeat

September 19, 2025 

The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has urged citizens to use the ballot box to hold politicians accountable in the fight against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

GMA President Dr. Frank Serebour said the Association’s involvement in the anti-galamsey campaign stems from the urgent need to protect public health and reduce preventable diseases caused by environmental degradation.

Speaking to Citi News on Thursday, September 18, Dr. Serebour highlighted the persistent spread of galamsey across many communities and argued that political pressure, not strike action, is the most effective tool for change.

“When the GMA asked political parties to declare their positions and sign a pact, we wanted clarity on where they stand. Some called for strike action, but strikes aren’t sustainable. The only consequence politicians fear is electoral loss. My message is: if you don’t fight it, we’ll boot you out,” he said.

He added that while the GMA will continue to advocate and issue ultimatums, meaningful progress requires voters to demand concrete reforms at the polls.

“We should continue to apply pressure. We will continue to talk and to advocate,” Dr. Serebour emphasized.

The GMA maintains that illegal mining’s destruction of water bodies and farmlands poses a direct threat to public health, and only firm political action can reverse the damage.