The leadership of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana directed its members across the country and in the diaspora to wear red to church on Sunday, June 14, 2026, as a protest against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.
The church says the illegal mining menace is escalating and warns that unless urgent action is taken, the country could face severe environmental and public health consequences in the near future.
At the Liberty Congregation in Nkawkaw Mamaso, members turned up in red attire in solidarity with the nationwide campaign and to highlight growing concerns over the impact of galamsey.
Speaking to the media, the Nkawkaw North District Pastor, Rev. Eric Asante Baabu, said illegal mining continues to cause extensive environmental damage and may be contributing to the rise in kidney-related diseases across the country.
He also expressed concern about the potential impact of polluted water and environmental degradation on unborn children, stressing the need for immediate intervention by authorities.
Rev. Asante Baabu emphasised that the church’s action was neither politically motivated nor directed at any individual. Rather, he said, it was a call for collective action to address a national crisis.
According to him, the Presbyterian Church has consistently spoken out against the destructive effects of galamsey and will continue to advocate for measures to protect the environment and public health.
He noted that illegal mining affects all Ghanaians, regardless of their political affiliation, religious beliefs or social status, including members of the Presbyterian Church itself.