Dr Hugh Brown
Dr Hugh Brown is the Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission in Ghana. He plays a crucial role in managing the country’s forest resources and has voiced his support for more stringent measures against illegal mining practices. He recently highlighted the need for effective strategies to protect excavators seized from illegal miners, following government directives that have ignited discussions about the best approach to tackle galamsey.
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Recent news mentions
Dr Hugh Brown, the Chief Executive of the Forestry Commission, reported improvements in the fight against galamsey.
Protecting forest reserves from galamsey: Chiefs, residents call for military camps
Ghana· 2026-01-30
Dr Brown described the rate of prosecution of illegal miners as appalling, and said such a situation did not send a strong signal that the state was ready to hand swift sentences to the culprits to deter others.
Special courts to fight galamsey in the offingGhana· 2025-03-25
Dr Hugh Brown, the CEO of the Forestry Commission, supports the burning of excavators as a deterrent against illegal mining.
Burn galamsey excavators - Activists advocateGhana· 2025-03-21
