‘Be tactful, responsible with Xenophobia, Galamsey crisis to ensure peace in Africa’

A minister of the gospel, Rt Rev. Mrs Grace Frimpong Boateng, has appealed for calm in the midst of attacks on Ghanaians and Africans in general in South Africa and concerns about illegal mining (Galamsey) in Ghana.

The respected Ghanaian minister who continues to impact lives through her teachings, prophetic ministry, and community outreach efforts, said though reports on the two subject matter were nothing to be enthused about, it was important that leadership approaches them in a calm manner.

Delivering a sermon at the recently held ‘Super Mega Watch Night Service’ held at the Jesus Prayer Ministry in Kumasi, she stated that the South Africa Xenophobia and the ‘Galamsey’ were global matters with spiritual basis.

According to her, the behaviour of South Africans may be coming to a lot of people on the African continent and the world at large may be coming as a huge surprise because of their past.

“This is a country the world showed solidarity in the period of oppression-apartheid. Ghanaians were with them; so was the entire globe. It is, therefore strange that the same people would rise against their fellow Africans. Despite this, African leaders must be calm in dealing with the issues,” she told the congregation.

“That notwithstanding, we must promote peace and unity at all times. The world once stood with South Africa, and this is a moment for South Africans to show love, peace, calm to Ghanaians and other people; this is the time for  togetherness,” she stated.

Commenting on galamsey, Rev Mrs Boateng said it remains Ghana’s biggest environmental and challenge and reflects prophetic warnings she had previously shared concerning the destruction of natural resources.

Galamsey activities have for years contributed to the destruction of forests and pollution of major water bodies, raising national concern and prompting government interventions such as task forces to combat the menace.

She emphasised that continued environmental destruction could lead to serious consequences if not addressed, urging both leaders and citizens to act responsibly.

Many attendees described the service as timely and impactful, noting that her message combined spiritual insight with national and international relevance.

The minister is widely known for her commitment to faith-based initiatives and community development, with organisers indicating that more impactful programmes were expected in the coming months.

By Spectator Reporter