Artisanal and small-scale mining formalization in Ghana: The government's approach and its implications for cleaner and safer production
The aim of this study was to examine the effects of mercury (Hg) and available laws to regulate its use in the Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) Community in Ghana.
The objective of the research was to use informal interviews, literature from the internet, media reports as well as field observations to bring to throw light on the effects small-scale mining activities are having on the environment of Ghana and also to propose some measures that can be put in place to address the identified issues.
1.1 Background Information Ghana's mining history, particularly gold, dates back to the fifteenth century. The industry was very vibrant during the pre- independence period when mining policy was largely geared towards assisting and promoting the maximization of mineral production in the interests of the colonial powers. Therefore, for example, …
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. Since the enactment of the Small Scale Gold Mining Law in 1989, which effectively legalized small-scale gold mining in the country, industrial …
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The report is organized as follows. First, an overview of small-scale mining in Ghana is provided in which a historical perspective of the industry is given, regional geological characteristics are highlighted, and the industry's regulatory framework is detailed. Next, the socio-economic importance of the industry is examined with particular reference to …
A galamsey, derived from the phrase "gather them and sell", is a local Ghanaian term which means illegal small-scale gold mining in Ghana; such workers are known as galamseyers or orpailleurs in neighboring francophone nations. Galamseyers are people who perform illegal gold mining independent of mining companies, digging small working pits, …
Despite the substantial contribution of Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM) to economic growth and livelihood diversification, the activities of this highly informal sector pose diverse challeng...
The mining industry has been crucial to the development of Ghana. As with all industries, mining has both advantages and disadvantages for the inhabitants of mineral-rich communities. The manner in which these environmental and health effects are managed by the government, neighboring communities, and mining companies can …
This is accomplished via a qualitative study using illegal small-scale mining in the Talensi and Nabdam districts of Ghana as a case study.
The environmental consequences of small-scale mining, especially the effects of mercury in the refining process, and the competition between large- and small-scale miners have received some attention (Amankwah and …
Two scales of gold mining operations, artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) and large-scale mining, have operated side by side in Ghana for decades. In the past, the two co-existed on the same mineralised land without much contact or conflict, as large-scale mining occurred underground and ASM operated mainly on the surface.
The mining sector in Ghana consists of both small-scale and large-scale mining, each of which has varying environmental impacts.
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 ...
The relatively informal nature of small-scale mining makes it difficult for the government to regulate it through current laws and policies.
Project documenting illegal gold mining or 'galamsey' operations in the Western Region of Ghana and their environmental impacts.
The mining of minerals has contributed enormously to most African countries' economies. However, the activities involved in these sectors have turned to hunt our environment and human life due to the lack of regulation in this sector. This paper is a review of the effects of illegal mining on the environment, the economy and agricultural …
Small scale mining is engaged by hundreds of people in Ghana and their activities render many farmlands unproductive and deny some residents of their livelihoods.
Natural resource development, particularly surface mining in the rainforest, poses great risks to the region's rich and endemic biodiversity. Here, we assessed the impact of surface mining and the success of forest rehabilitation on small mammal diversity in the Western Region of Ghana.
Unfortunately, in Ghana, most cocoa-growing communities are the hub of illegal small-scale mining commonly known as galamsey.
Conclusion. The impact of illegal mining in Ghana is vast and multifaceted, touching upon environmental, public health, and social aspects. The detrimental consequences of this activity are far-reaching and demand immediate attention and intervention from the government, policymakers, and society as a whole.
Ghana, like most resource-rich countries, is saddled and inundated with resource curse challenges. Key among them is the problem of illegal small-scale gold mining activities (ISSGMAs), which is mercilessly robbing the nation of its ecological integrity, despite attempts by successive governments to remedy the situation. In the …
The government responded with a blanket ban of small scale artisanal mining with adverse impacts on youth employment and overall gold output in Ghana (Hilson, 2017;Osei et al., 2021). ...
Small-scale gold mining, like all mining activities, has positive and negative environmental impacts. In this paper, small-scale gold mining in the Tarkwa District of Ghana has been studied. Some ...
The mining sector in Ghana consists of both small-scale and large-scale mining, each of which has varying environmental impacts. The paper is examining the effects of gold mining on staple food crop production, water bodies and the impacts on the health of people living in the area as well as cost of living in these areas.
The government of Ghana, responding to public outcry against the negative effects of 'galamsey', placed a ban on illegal small-scale mining activities in March 2017.
This review examines the impact of mining on the Ghanaian economy from 1992 to 2020. The purpose of the study is to comprehensively analyse the effects of mining on economic growth, employment ...
