In the remote forests of western Ghana, a dedicated group of residents, led by a Catholic priest, has taken up arms against the scourge of illegal gold mining. Known as the Jema Anti-Galamsey Advocacy, this grassroots task force has been patrolling the region for over a year, determined to protect their land and water from the devastating effects of unregulated mining. Their efforts have not only preserved the local environment but also sparked a national debate on the balance between community enforcement and potential human rights abuses.