Obuasi: Unknown Men Gunned down in an attempt to loot gold ores from Anglogold Ashanti
A violent clash between military personnel and illegal small-scale miners, commonly referred to as “galamseyers,” in the early hours of January 19, 2025, multiple individuals were reportedly shot dead, and several vehicles and other properties were burned during this conflict.
These unknown Men broke the net fence which safeguards the Mining Pits of Anglo-gold Ashanti in Obuasi.
Tensions have escalated, with reports of over 10 people feared dead. The military was allegedly protecting the AngloGold Mines when the clash occurred.
Videos and pictures related to this incident have been shared on social media, highlighting the severity of the situation.
This incident seems to be part of a broader narrative of conflict between illegal miners and security forces in Obuasi, which has historical roots in disputes over mining rights and land use.
Previous reports from 2023 and 2022 also highlighted similar tensions with military interventions and arrests of illegal miners, indicating an ongoing issue in the area.
