According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, illegal mining operations in the country span over 64,000 hectares, with activities taking place in 970 identified locations. In 2020, an estimated 69 percent of Colombia's gold was mined illegally, up 3 percent from the previous year. For mining to be considered legal in …
Within the past few decades, Ghana's mining sector specifically the small scale mining subsector has been marred by controversies mainly due to its threat to sustainable development. This paper provides some insights into the inextricable linkage between sustainable development and illegal gold mining popularly referred to as " galamsey " …
This systematic review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the impact of illegal mining on environmental sustainability in Ghana, with a focus on water pollution, …
Research topics in coal mining disasters can cover a wide range of issues related to safety, risk assessment, prevention, emergency response, environmental impacts, and more.
Mining has been blamed globally for harmful and impoverishing effects. Most countries are rich sources of gemstone, yet there is very little development, since miners, and those around mining sites, still live in abject poverty. This study sought answers on: "how mining activities have affected communities' livelihoods?". Data was …
The Chamber recognises that illegal mining is a critical issue that needs to be addressed, not only for the sake of the industry and the fiscus, but also in the interests of the environment, safety, health, and security of mine employees, communities and in the best interests of illegal miners themselves.
Illegal mining is on the rise in South Africa and presents challenges that need to be addressed from a range of perspectives. It takes place at abandoned mines and at operating mines with illegal miners often …
Afrobarometer's latest national survey in Ghana shows that most Ghanaians support efforts to wipe out illegal small-scale mining and approve of the government's performance on this issue. But they also overwhelmingly support the government's proposed initiatives to develop alternative livelihoods for those affected by an end to ...
In this paper, we examined some factors influencing participation in illegal mining in Ghana. We sampled 300 respondents from five areas known for illegal …
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 recent arrests come as Nigeria seeks to regulate its mining operations of critical minerals, curb illegal activity and better benefit from its mineral resources.
Illegal mining has emerged as a pressing issue with significant implications for economic growth and development in Ghana. This systematic review examines the …
Drawing on insights from political economy, this chapter seeks to answer two interrelated questions: How do we explain the rational and strategic behaviors of miners and elected officials in Ghana's small-scale mining sector? And how do these behaviors perpetuate 'illegal' mining in Ghana? The main arguments are that elected officials act …
INTERPOL would like to thank the law enforcement representatives and related agencies from Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Panama who contributed to the data collection for the development of The INTERPOL Strategic analysis report on "Project MNYA: an intelligence picture of illegal mining and associated crimes in Project …
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directly associated with the topic in question. Where a minister or other political appointee is met, it is largely for a general discussion on governance and investment issues. • Industry: These are mainly mining companies involved in exploration or mining, and geological and other mining services.
The research also outlined the challenges associated with illegal mining activities, potential impact on water resources and the environment, and suggested possible mitigation measures which if considered could help address the …
will serve as the basis for further study on the topic ―the impact of illegal small-scale mining on the livelihoods on the residence of East Akyem Municipality‖, and serves as …
As gold prices soar in the post-pandemic world economy, there are concerns that illegal mining activity in South Africa may be rising sharply. Tackling such a surge may prove difficult, given the history of illegal mining in the country. Sources in the industry have described how they face a number of challenges, including deteriorating law …
Faith Musabila. This study assessed the effect of illegal mining on student's learning process of schools high in Chibuluma Township of Zambia. The researcher used a mixed method research design which embraced both research designs; a case study design of a Qualitative paradigm and a cross sectional survey design of a Quantitative paradigm ...
According to America's Quarterly, illegal mining activity means that there is usually an absence of land rights, mining licenses, exploration or mineral transportation permits. Without these permits, there are no independent bodies to regulate mining procedures and all the high-risk activities that come with it.
Using questionnaires, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, data was ... Some mining communities develop sets of strategies and adaptation ... illegal mining. 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 ...
BEIJING, Dec 16 (Reuters) - China's emergencies ministry on Thursday said all coal-producing regions in the country should investigate cases of illegal mining after a push to produce more of the ...
Illegal Mining is the first book-length publication to focus on illegal extraction, trafficking in mined commodities, and ecocide associated with mining, with contributions from the perspectives of organized crime theory, green criminology, anti-corruption studies, and victimology. OAR spoke to Dr. Zabyelina about her book and her …
This raises a pertinent question on whether introducing clearances alone can help eliminate irregularities in the illegal mining of minor minerals. The situation now indicates that the problem is even more complex and widespread and that a robust technology-driven enforcement approach is required.
Illegal mining and trafficking in precious metals negatively impact peace, stability, security, development, governance, the rule of law, the environment and the economy. …
BEIJING, Dec 13 (Reuters) - China's thermal coal futures contract surged 6% on Monday, fuelled by concerns over supply tightness following a series of government crackdowns on illegal mining in ...
In January, he launched a crackdown on illegal mines in Yanomami territory, and the country's military, environmental agencies and police forces are currently sweeping through the area to clear ...
will serve as the basis for further study on the topic ―the impact of illegal small-scale mining on the livelihoods on the residence of East Akyem Municipality‖, and serves as guide for
Abstract: The issue of children engaging in illegal gold mining (galamsey) activity in Ghana specifically attracts attention both locally and internationally. The study critically examined the effects of illegal gold mining activity on the education of children involved in such practice. The study employed simple random and snowballing sampling techniques to …
For the purpose of this study focusing on Central Africa, where legal frameworks for gold mining exist in all concerned member countries, illegal gold …
A questionnaire is a list of questions or items used to gather data from respondents about their attitudes, experiences, or opinions. Questionnaires can be used to collect quantitative and/or qualitative information. Questionnaires are commonly used in market research as well as in the social and health sciences.
This systematic review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the impact of illegal mining on environmental sustainability in Ghana, with a focus on water pollution, biodiversity loss, land ...
The study was conducted to assess the effects of small-scale (artisanal) gold mining and its social and economic implications on the people in Amansie West District of Ghana. The artisanal gold mining communities were studied using secondary data from scholarly articles and journals, books, conference papers, research reports, policy documents, …
As a result, this study seeks to investigate illegal gold mining and its environmental implication for climate-smart agriculture in Ghana.
The onslaught of illegal miners into Indigenous territory in the Brazilian Amazon has destroyed forest, polluted rivers, and brought disease and malnutrition to the Yanomami people. Now, the new Brazilian government is confronting a health crisis and moving to evict the miners.
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 …
Illegal gold mining activities in Ghana contribute significantly to the local economies of the communities where these practices take place.
