We are not stubborn, we just want to earn a living – Galamseyer

A young illegal miner, featured in a viral video, has created a heartfelt song urging the government to address unemployment, which he views as the root cause of illegal mining.

His song conveys the desperation that drives many to galamsey, highlighting the need for job creation.

The miner appeals to the government to provide employment opportunities, stating that he and others would willingly give up their mining activities if jobs were available.

He emphasizes that persistent unemployment fuels illegal mining and that his plea is made from necessity, not defiance.

A young galamseyer on site has composed a song urging the government to focus on addressing the root causes of galamsey, warning that any efforts to stop it directly will be a waste of time.

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