AngloGold Ashanti Schools in Obuasi have been closed down temporarily following a clash between the military and some small-scale miners.
A letter announcing the decision to close down the school said the close down will be from January 20 to January 21.
The school’s management is hopeful that calm will have been restored during the said date to allow the school to reopen on January 23, 2025.
Background
Reports indicate that over ten people are dead as a result of the clash between the military and some small-scale miners in Obuasi.
The reports indicated that some small-scale miners entered one of the shafts of AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi, where they clashed with the military personnel.
The local media is reporting that some four cars have been burnt beyond recognition.
Also, some of the small-scale miners who were shot and were rushed to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital have passed on.
