At least seven people have been killed in a clash with soldiers at a mine in Ghana's Ashanti region. About 60 illegal miners forced their way onto the property of AngloGold Ashanti, firing upon soldiers who intercepted them. The soldiers retaliated in self-defense, resulting in fatalities and injuries. Protests erupted in Obuasi town following the incident, with angry residents burning buses and company property. President John Mahama has ordered investigations and promised justice for any unlawful actions. AngloGold Ashanti has pledged to cover medical and burial expenses, while security agencies work to maintain peace.
At least seven people have been killed in a clash with soldiers on duty at a mine in the central Ashanti region, according to the army.
Angry residents poured onto the company's grounds following the killings, burning at least three vehicles and other equipment belonging to the company. It said its main concern was "the safety and health of our employees and those in our community" who were affected by the incident. In the past, he said, warning shots had been fired to ward off intruders. He also disputed the allegation by the military that the people had been armed.
Some local small-scale mining associations have been asking to be given some of the company's mining concessions.On Monday, some schools built and managed by the company in the area announced a two-day shutdown following the disturbances.
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