Abdul-Moomin Gbana
The General Secretary of the Ghana Mine Workers Union (GMWU), Abdul-Moomin Gbana, has raised concerns about the safety risks posed by some Chinese-owned mining operations that fail to comply with industry regulations and safety standards.
Speaking on Walatu Walasa on CLOG TV, Gbana said health and safety conditions in Ghana’s mining sector have improved significantly over the years due to technological advancements, stronger regulations, and increased foreign investment.
However, he noted that some Chinese investors continue to pose challenges to workplace safety by cutting corners and prioritizing profit over compliance.
“I am not referring to all Chinese investments. There are a number of recalcitrant Chinese investors operating in the industry who do not comply with the law,” he said.
According to Gbana, the union has repeatedly reported concerns involving some Chinese-owned mining operations to the Minerals Commission, petitioned the sector minister, and sought interventions from the National Labour Commission.
He called on regulators, particularly the Minerals Commission, to intensify oversight and ensure strict compliance with health and safety standards across the industry.
Gbana stressed that while mining remains an inherently high-risk sector, greater scrutiny of non-compliant operators would help further improve safety performance and protect workers from avoidable accidents and injuries.
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