Fresh controversy has erupted in Ghana after a viral video allegedly captured a group of Chinese nationals alongside some Ghanaian youths performing ritual sacrifices deep inside a forest before commencing illegal gold mining activities, widely known as galamsey.
The disturbing footage, now circulating across social media platforms, reportedly shows the group carrying out spiritual rites linked to a deity identified as “Alibaba tei” in what observers believe was an attempt to seek protection, prosperity, and success before beginning mining operations in the area.
The incident has triggered intense reactions online, with many expressing concern over the growing influence of illegal mining activities and the alleged involvement of foreign nationals in the exploitation of natural resources. Others have also raised alarm over the environmental destruction associated with galamsey, which has continued to pollute rivers, damage farmlands, and threaten local communities across Ghana.
While some residents argue that traditional rituals tied to land and mineral extraction have existed for generations, critics insist the latest incident highlights how deeply rooted and organized illegal mining operations may have become.
Authorities are yet to officially verify all details surrounding the viral video, but the footage has already reignited public debate about illegal mining, spirituality, and foreign participation in Africa’s resource sector.
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