By Alex Ababio
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has expressed its solidarity with Organised Labour in the ongoing fight against illegal small-scale mining, commonly known as galamsey, but has made it clear that it will not participate in the planned nationwide strike scheduled for October 10.
In a press release dated October 8, the GMA stated that no roadmap for industrial action has been outlined. “The Ghana Medical Association has not declared any plan for industrial action,” said GMA President Dr. Frank Serebour in the statement. “All members are expected to provide uninterrupted medical services.”
Despite their decision to abstain from the strike, the GMA reaffirmed its support for the concerns raised by Organised Labour about the destructive impact of galamsey on both the environment and livelihoods. The association emphasized that the fight against illegal mining requires a unified national response but maintained that it would not be part of the protest action.
The statement concluded by noting that the National Executive Council (NEC) would issue further directives to members if the situation warranted it.
Meanwhile, Organised Labour has reiterated its resolve to move forward with the strike, calling on the government to intensify efforts to curb the menace of illegal mining.