A young galamseyer (illegal miner), captured in a viral video, has composed a poignant song urging the government to tackle the underlying issue of unemployment, which he identifies as the root cause of illegal mining.

The song highlights the desperation driving individuals to engage in galamsey, stressing that many are compelled by the need to earn a living.

In his message, the young miner implores the government to create job opportunities, asserting that if jobs are provided, they are ready to abandon their mining tools.

He emphasizes that while governments come and go, the lack of jobs perpetuates illegal mining, and he stresses that this plea is made out of necessity, not stubbornness.

Watch the video below...