Katanga Fellowood has announced that it has raised about GHC7000 in donations to support its upcoming naked demonstration in Accra against illegal mining, also known as galamsey.

The group shared this update in a post on X, saying, "Our donations hit 7000GHC and counting! Ghanaians can differentiate between legit and fake. They keep the donations coming cause they are ready to donate!"

Katanga Fellowood has called on the public to contribute to the cause, providing a mobile money number for donations: 0599507299, under the name Emmanuel Afutu Kotey.

The demonstration, aimed at protesting the pollution of rivers caused by illegal mining, has sparked controversy after the Katanga Alumni Association distanced itself from the protest.

In a statement on X, the association clarified that it does not recognize Katanga Fellowood and is not involved in any demonstrations or contributions related to the group, adding, "Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Katanga Alumni is not responsible for any actions or outcomes."

Despite this, Katanga Fellowood continues to rally support, arguing that their large following on social media—98K on Facebook, 18.8K on Twitter, 30.8K on TikTok, and 2.42K on YouTube—proves their legitimacy. The group has called for tertiary institutions to join the fight against galamsey, asserting that "Twitter boys can’t win this galamsey battle alone."

Meanwhile, Ningo-Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam Nartey George, has openly declared his support for the demonstration, posting on X: "Count me in. Citizens, no matter how uncomfortable, must be allowed to have a voice. I'd put my money where my heart and mouth is. Let's go!"

This protest follows a 3-day demonstration by Democracy Hub, which also targeted illegal mining activities. During that protest, several individuals were arrested and charged with unlawful assembly, causing damage, and assaulting a public officer, with 50 demonstrators currently remanded by the Accra Circuit Court.

The environmental damage caused by galamsey has been a major concern, with rivers such as the Bonsa and Pra severely polluted by toxic chemicals used in mining. Forest reserves like Tano Nimiri and Draw River have also been heavily affected.