Galamsey water

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued a public warning against the packaging and distribution of water labeled as “galamsey water,” citing serious health risks linked to such practices. In a statement released on Monday, October 21, 2024, the FDA emphasized that this act violates the Public Health Act. “The FDA cautions that packaging unwholesome water not only jeopardizes public health but also poses significant risks to the population. It’s important to understand that a licensed facility for sachet water production cannot legally use its premises for any other products. Doing so breaches the Public Health Act, 2012 (Act…