Illegal gold mining is an acute problem in Ghana. Activities of illegal miners threaten the environmental and social unity of the country. This research, however, highlights illegal …

Discourses on "illegal" or informal small-scale mining (galamsey) have presented it largely as a menace. Using Ghana as the focus of our study, we present a counter-narrative to the predominant …

To sustainably address the illegal small-scale gold mining menace in Ghana, all efforts should be aimed at holistically dealing with the rent-seekers, especially the elites …

the Minerals Commission, to tackle illegal mining in Ghana. Despite the efforts of these committees and the state agencies, the steady growth of illegal mining in Ghana raises questions about the effectiveness of policies that are intended to curb illegal mining in Ghana. For close industry observers, illegal ASM has multiple causes. Hilson and

The mining industry in Ghana is heavily plagued with the menace of illegal mining which occurs mostly in the artisanal and small-scale mining subsector. Search. DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum. DRC Mining Week. Nigeria Mining Week ... Illegal mining in Ghana – fighting an ongoing battle. By Guest Contributor. October 2, 2019.

Ineffective monitoring and management of illegal mining/small scale mining was also noted in the policy document. Some of the strategies adopted included improved collaboration between sector agencies (especially Minerals Commission, EPA and MMDAs) to deal with illegal mining, as well as controlling the menace of mining (especially …

Ghana's illegal mining crisis, commonly known as "galamsey," continues to devastate the country's environment, particularly its forests and water bodies. Despite bold promises and high-level ...

This story map captures the breath taking story of illegal gold mining activities in Ghana. It illustrates the effects of unregulated surface and alluvial mining activities have affected major river bodies and how the government is deploying GIS technology to …

IntroductIon Recent reports indicate that 'illegal' artisanal small-scale mining (ASM) contin-ues to flourish in mining communities in Ghana, despite several attempts by …

To sustainably address the illegal small-scale gold mining menace in Ghana, all efforts should be aimed at holistically dealing with the rent-seekers, especially the elites involved, eliminating ...

unceasing illegal mining activities in Ghana. The study will provide guidelines for policymakers on the theoretical and practical measures to employ in addressing the illegal mining menace in Ghana. The remaining sections of the study are organised as follows: the theoretical perspective is explored to

On the other hand, it supports the views expressed by some ASM commentators that illegal ASM 'menace' in Ghana is inherently political in nature (Abdulai, 2017; Hilson et al., 2014; Armah et al., 2013). We argue that unless the fundamental issues (increased economic hardships, youth unemployment, illiteracy, and corruption) and the …

Almost every region in Ghana is experiencing illegal mining and/or other forms of land degradation activities, from north to south and east to west. But the hot spot regions are Western Region (23921 Sq. Km) and Ashanti Region (24389 Sq. Km).

governments to ght Galamsey (i.e., illegal gold mining) To say the least, the trails of illegal small-scale gold mining activities (ISSGMAs) in Ghana on the ecological integrity of freshwater bodies and the general environment is posing as a national security threat, and a major public health concern.

This paper provides some insights into the in extricable linkage. between sustainable development and illegal gold mining p opularly referred to as. "galamsey" and examines the effectiveness ...

The threat posed by illegal mining to the quality of water resources in Ghana has become a major public concern due to the closing down of some water treatment plants in the country.

Alan Kyerematen, Presidential candidate for the Afrafranto Alliance, together with his running mate, Kwame Owusu Danso (KOD) and other senior partners have unveiled a comprehensive 10-point plan aimed at eradicating illegal mining (Galamsey) in …

Gold mining has been the backbone of Ghana's development since pre-colonial times. It has been essential in revenue mobilisation and the provision of employment to many people. However, in recent times the sector has received severe public backlash due to its inability to effect appropriate socioeconomic change; and the …

Illegal mining has emerged as a pressing issue with significant implications for economic growth and development in Ghana. This systematic review examines the impact of illegal mining on the ...

illegal mining in Ghana, there is a need for a systematic review that consolidates existing knowledge and provides a comprehensive understanding of the impacts on economic growth and development. (b) Limited focus on interconnected impacts: The existing literature often examines the impacts of illegal mining in

Abstract Discourses on "illegal" or informal small‐scale mining (galamsey) have presented it largely as a menace. Using Ghana as the focus of our study, we …

Afristar Foundation (2012): The History of Illegal Mining in Ghana, Accra Akabzaa, T. and Darimani, A. (2001), Impact of Mining Sector Investment in Ghana: A case study of the Tarkwa Mining Region, A Draft Report, Aryee, B., 2003a. Small-Scale Mining in Ghana as a Sustainable Development Activity: Its Development and a Review of the

Request PDF | The Rise of the Fourth Estate: The Media, Environmental Policy, and the Fight against Illegal Mining in Ghana | Amid increasing climate change and environmental degradation, illegal ...

With the inception of an Economic Recovery Programme (ERP) by the government in 1983, Ghana's minerals and mining sector has seen a major resurgence over the past one and a half decades.

Download full-text PDF Read full-text. ... District level distribution of illegal mining in Ghana, Source: Design using ArcGis Software 7.10 ... Small-Scale Mining (Galamsey) 'Menace'in Ghana ...

The fact that the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector in Ghana is driven largely by poverty means that the sector is a major source of livelihood for people in mining communities across ...

Plastic waste menace in Ghana, a serious threat to marine ecological diversity ... Download full-text PDF Read full-text. Download full-text PDF. ... illegal sand mining at the beaches by ...

Amid increasing climate change and environmental degradation, illegal mining (galamsey) has received widespread public concern in Ghana, with greater attention in recent times due to increased media coverage. This paper explores the role of the media in the ongoing crackdown on galamsey activities through a Media Agenda …

Abstract Discourses on "illegal" or informal small-scale mining ( galamsey) have presented it largely as a menace. Using Ghana as the focus of our study, we present a counter-narrative to the …

Download Free PDF. Illegal Mining and Sustainability Performance: Evidence from Ashanti Region, Ghana ... EPA and MMDAs) to deal with illegal mining, as well as controlling the menace of mining (especially illegal mining). The problem has always been the implementation of these policies (Anon., 2017a). ... Ghana Abstract The As …