South African music legend Yvonne Chaka Chaka has urged President Akufo-Addo to fulfil his promises in tackling the issue of illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey.

She expressed her deep concerns about the environmental devastation caused by galamsey in Ghana, emphasising that the problem affects not only Ghana but also her home country, South Africa.

Chaka Chaka called on the government to take strong measures to reclaim the country's degraded lands and restore its forests.

During an interview on Citi FM on Friday, October 4, she disclosed her intentions to formally address the president at the upcoming Global Citizen meeting in Ivory Coast.

“There is a Global Citizen meeting in Ivory Coast next week, and President Akufo-Addo will be present. I intend to convey this message to him because we cannot continue to let young people suffer,” she said.

Ms. Chaka Chaka emphasised that youth are aware of the solutions, and it’s time for President Akufo-Addo to turn his words into action.

“We need him to practice what he preaches, so that these minerals can benefit everyone and ensure access to clean drinking water. When we say people shall govern, it is the same people who bring the solutions. We need you to listen to the people of Ghana and do what is right,” she stressed.

Yvonne Chaka Chaka is currently in Ghana for the African Legends Night happening on October 5.