GNASSM rolls out Ashanti registration to support and strengthen members, urges everyone to get involved:

The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners (GNASSM) is hitting the ground running in the Ashanti region, launching the local chapter of its nationwide registration drive.

This initiative, designed to clean up the industry and tackle illegal mining, kicked off with a 21-day push in the Amansie West zone. The goal is to clearly identify and support legitimate, licensed miners, and pave the way for a more regulated and sustainable future.

“It’s all about knowing who our members are and how we can best support them,” explained National Communications Director Razak Abdul Alhassan at the launch in Antoakrom.

He emphasized that the registration will help differentiate between licensed operators, aspiring miners seeking land, and those already contributing to the sector.

Alhassan also pointed out the ongoing challenges around licensing, with larger companies sometimes enjoying easier access to resources than smaller, local miners.

He reaffirmed GNASSM’s long-standing commitment to advocating for fairness and miners’ rights, a mission they’ve pursued since 1989.

Ashanti District Secretary Michael Adu Gyamfi echoed the call for members to register. “This is a fantastic opportunity to make sure you’re on the record and can access all the support GNASSM provides,” he said.

Adu Gyamfi emphasized that registration centers with easy access will be set up across different zones, and he urged all small-scale miners to come prepared with their identification.

Adding his voice, Amansie West Zone Chairman Joseph Mensah encouraged local miners to participate fully in the registration.

He outlined the team’s plans to move throughout the Amansie West zone, visiting communities like Moseaso, Manso Nkwanta, and Mpatuam to ensure everyone has a chance to register.

The response so far has been overwhelmingly positive, with registered members telling reporters they believe the initiative is a crucial step forward for the industry and urging others to get involved.

GNASSM hopes this registration drive will empower its members, strengthen the association, and contribute to a more organized and responsible mining sector across Ghana.