The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has raised serious concerns about the packaging and distribution of a product labeled as 'galamsey water' linked to illegal mining activities, commonly known as 'galamsey'.
The authority has issued a stern warning that the packaging of such contaminated water poses a severe threat to public health and safety.
In a statement signed by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the FDA, Dr. Delese Mimi Darko, the authority emphasized that sachet water production facilities licensed by the FDA are prohibited from using their facilities to produce any product that does not meet public health standards.
Any violation of this regulation constitutes a breach of the Public Health Act, 2012 (Act 851) and puts the health of consumers at significant risk.
“The FDA will not tolerate practices that endanger public health. Individuals and entities involved in the packaging or distribution of ‘galamsey water’ or any other unwholesome water will face strict sanctions,” Dr. Darko stated.
The FDA, in collaboration with security agencies, is actively working to identify and bring to justice those responsible for the illegal packaging and distribution of this harmful product.
The authority has urged the public to avoid any involvement in these dangerous practices and to report any incidents of contaminated water packaging to the FDA for immediate action.
Dr. Darko reiterated the FDA’s unwavering commitment to protecting public health, stating, “We will continue to monitor and enforce compliance with all relevant health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of all Ghanaians.”
This warning comes as part of the FDA’s broader efforts to combat the public health risks associated with illegal mining and contaminated water sources across the country.
Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith
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