The future of mining in Ghana: Are stakeholders prepared for …
Nonetheless, AMS implementation is known to cause social challenges such as job losses. These systems are expected to eventually be introduced into the Ghanaian mining industry. ... In Ghana, mining remains a crucial industry for economic development (Bermúdez-Lugo, 2016; Amponsah-Tawiah and Dartey-Baah, 2011). Over the years, mining has ...
Impact Of Illegal Mining (galamsey) On Local Ecosystems
Government of Ghana must strengthen institutions regulatory frameworks to effectively address the challenges posed by illegal mining in Ghana. Enhancing the enforcement of existing mining laws and creating stricter penalties for illegal activities can serve as a deterrent to potential offenders. This includes increasing the capacity of ...
Mercury (Hg) use and pollution assessment of ASGM in Ghana: challenges
Reduction or possible elimination of Hg from artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is one of the main goals of the Minamata Convention on Mercury, which has been signed by many countries involved in ASGM, including Ghana. This article provides a recent overview of ASGM gold production and Hg use in Ghana. In addition, in order to highlight the impacts of Hg …
Mining-induced displacement and resettlement in Ghana: …
In Ghana, mining is one of the production sectors that contributes significantly to the nation's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). According to Sasu ... The challenges mining communities face due to displacement and resettlement was examined from three thematic perspectives. These themes were generated from the coded responses of the ...
FINDINGS: Competitive politics and the challenge …
Popularly known as 'galamsey', illegal mining has had significant adverse implications in Ghana, ranging from revenue losses to the state (as illegal miners do not pay taxes) to the pollution of important water bodies, …
The Challenges of Environmental Governance: The Case of Mining
To make the mining sector more attractive to foreign investment, Ghana's Minerals and Mining Law was passed in 1986, offering generous capital allowances and concessions such as delayed or reduced ...
Mining, from The Report: Ghana 2022
Mining is a key component of Ghana's national economy; the country is Africa's largest gold producer. The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the mineral's prominent role, as gold is seen as a safe investment during uncertain times. While the mining sector faces challenges in terms of modernising practices, diversification efforts are forging ahead.
The dynamics and livelihood implications of illegal mining in Ghana…
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 ...
Community Mining In Ghana
In Ghana, gold mining has always been a profitable venture for people in areas rich with minerals. Small-Scale Mining (SSM) is a major driver of the economy, directly employing an estimated 1 million Ghanaians and supporting around 4.5 million others. ..., in detail, challenges faced by applicants in the acquisition of CMS licenses. Strict ...
(PDF) Large scale mining in Ghana: A review of the
Following the implementation of the Structural Adjustment Program (SAP) in 1983, Ghana's mining sector has experienced significant growth, making Ghana one of the 10-leading producers of gold ...
(PDF) Mining-induced displacement and resettlement in Ghana…
6.4 Assessment of the challenges of mining‑induced displacement and resettlement The challenges mining communities face due to displacement and resettlement was examined from three thematic perspectives. These themes were generated from the coded responses of the respondents and key informants.
Mining in Ghana – What future can we expect?
This clearly indicates the significant importance of mining in Ghana, which is also reflected in mining's contribution to GDP and direct employment, respectively 1.7 per cent of Ghana's GDP and 1.1 per cent of the Ghanaian labour force. Executive summary Mining: Partnerships for Development Mining in Ghana – What future can we expect? 5 ...
(PDF) Small Scale Gold Mining and Environmental …
Small scale gold mining in Ghana has a long history. It has existed as far back as the eighth century as a economic activity. ... ban on illegal gold mining activity by the government has caused more people to lose their jobs leading …
Mining-induced displacement and resettlement in …
Mining activities are primarily undertaken globally by private and multinational companies. Through mutual agree-ments or executive instruments, mining companies acquire land for mining purposes. In Ghana, for example, the Mining and Minerals Act, 2006 (ACT703) allows the president of the republic to acquire land that it deems to have valuable
(PDF) Assessing The Challenges Facing Cocoa Production In Ghana…
The government of Ghana spends huge sums of money annually on the purchase and distribution of fertilizers, viable seedlings and other inputs to farmers but the sector is still beset wi a lot of ...
Artisanal and small-scale mining formalization challenges in Ghana
A recent study on the spatial distribution of mining operations in Ghana shows that the Western Region has the largest concentration of the different forms of mining activities in Ghana: large-scale mining, licensed and illegal small-scale mining (Owusu-Nimo et al., 2018). Moreover, while agriculture remains the primary source of income for ...
INTERNATIONAL SOURCING AND ITS RELATED CHALLENGES IN THE MINING
• Is the mining industry in Ghana benefiting from Global Sourcing? • What are the key challenges that the mining industry in Ghana face in their global sourcing activities? 1.4 Objective of the Research The objectives of the study were: 1. To investigate the extent of Global Sourcing in the Mining industry in Ghana 2.
"Unearthing the Hidden Perils: A Comprehensive Review of Illegal Mining
Illegal mining has emerged as a significant challenge in Ghana's mining sector, posing severe environmental threats and undermining sustainability efforts. This systematic review aims to provide a ...
A Contextual Analysis of Implementation Challenges of …
ognized small-scale mining as a significant sector of the economy, the general perception is that implementation of small-scale mining laws has been a major challenge for Ghana. These challenges in most cases have been institu-tional, technical, financial, legal, and cultural in nature. The perceived poor enforcement of small-scale mining
Challenges with Eradicating Illegal Mining in Ghana: A
This systematic review examines the implications of illegal mining on foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows and investor confidence in Ghana. Illegal mining poses significant challenges to the ...
THE MINING SECTOR IN GHANA
The mining sector is one of Ghana's biggest contributors to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), contributing 5.0% as at the end of 2021. This translates into the sub-sector's nominal …
The Impact of Mining on the Ghanaian Economy: A …
The findings reveal that mining has been a significant driver of economic growth in Ghana, contributing to the country's gross domestic product (GDP) through foreign exchange earnings, investment, and sectoral linkages. However, the sector also presents challenges in terms of …
Artisanal and small-scale mining formalization challenges in Ghana
Ghana legally recognizes ASM as a legitimate livelihood source with formalization blueprints for operators. However, the regulation of ASM activities in Ghana can largely be described as unsuccessful. Evidence shows that more than 85% of small-scale mining operations still occur in the informal and illegal sector of the economy outside the purview of state regulation.
Small Scale Gold Mining and Environmental Degradation, in Ghana…
Small scale gold mining in Ghana has a long history. It has existed as far back as the eighth century as a economic activity. It was legalised recently when the Small Scale Mining Law (PNDCL 218) 1989 was passed and public policies were formulated to support the implementation of the law. From then, the industry has become a major contributor to total …
Digging Deeper: The Impact of Illegal Mining on …
Illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, has become a significant and pervasive issue in Ghana, posing substantial challenges to the country's economy, environment, and social fabric …
Governance challenges of small-scale gold mining in Ghana: …
This paper analyzed the legal and political framework governing Ghana's artisanal small-scale gold mining sector, with a focus on land rehabilitation for use post-mining, and …
(PDF) The Impact of Mining on the Ghanaian Economy: A
The findings reveal that mining has been a significant driver of economic growth in Ghana, contributing to the country's gross domestic product (GDP) through foreign exchange …
mining in Ghana: identifying problems and possible …
This paper examines the environmental impacts of small-scale gold mining in Ghana, and prescribes a series of recommendations for improving environmental performance in the industry.
Impact Of Illegal Mining (Galamsey) On Local Ecosystems …
Government of Ghana must strengthen institutions regulatory frameworks to effectively address the challenges posed by illegal mining in Ghana. Enhancing the enforcement of existing mining laws and creating stricter penalties for illegal activities can serve as a deterrent to potential offenders. This includes increasing the capacity of ...
mining in Ghana: identifying problems and possible …
burdened with the challenge of having to both regularize what has for decades been treated as an informal industry, and facilitate environmental ... 60 Environmental impact of small-scale gold mining in Ghana Table 1 Gold mine production increases in selected developing countries Country 1986 production (t) 1998 production (t) Approximate ...