Ghana's Minerals Development Fund Act: addressing the needs of mining

8 EY Aboka, SJ Cobbina and DA Dzigbodi, 'Review of Environmental and Health Impacts of Mining in Ghana' (2018) 8(17) Journal of Health and Pollution 43, 45–49; FM Aragón and JP Rud, 'Polluting Industries and Agricultural Productivity: Evidence from Mining in Ghana' (2016) 126 The Economic Journal 1980, 2000; EY Tenkorang and P Osei-Kufuor, 'The Impact …

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First-step analysis: mining in Ghana

The independence of the judiciary is guaranteed under Ghana's 1992 Constitution and mineral rights are subject to the processes of the courts. ... the 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana ...

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PERFORMANCE AUDIT REPORT

I have the honour, in accordance with Article 187(2) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, Sections 13(e) and 16 of the Audit Service Act, 2000 (Act 584), to submit to you a performance audit report on regulating reclamation activities at small-scale mining sites. 2. Small-scale mining (SSM) contributes significantly to the economic and

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Mining In Ghana

The 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana. The Minerals and Mining Act 2006(Act 703) as amended by the Minerals and Mining (Amendment) Act 2015 (Act 900) (All together the Minerals and Mining Act). The Minerals Income Investment Fund Act, 2018 (Act 978) The Minerals Development Fund Act, 2016 (Act 900; Substantive Regulations

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Nature & Development Foundation

mining in Ghana. LAWMAKING IN GHANA Acts of Parliament 8. 9. Ghana's constitution empowers parliament to make laws. Once these laws are enacted, they attain the status of Acts of Parliament, taking precedence over all other sources of law in Ghana except the constitution. The process by which an Act of Parliament is passed involves several stages.

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MINERAL OWNERSHIP IN GHANA: CONSTITUTIONAL …

The 1992 Constitution of Ghana, specifically Article 257(6), provides the foundation for mineral ownership in Ghana. This provision vests mineral ownership in the Republic, ensuring that resources are managed for the benefit of all Ghanaians. ... Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703): Regulates mineral exploration, extraction, and trade ...

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The constitutionality of nominal trusteeship in the regalian mineral

2 See Constitution of Ghana, Republic of Ghana 1992, art 257 cl 6; ... 86 See Minerals and Mining Act, Republic of Ghana 2006, Act 703 s 46 (c): A holder of a mining lease is empowered to 'take and remove from the land the specified minerals and dispose of them in accordance with the holder's approved marketing plan'.

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Minerals and Mining Act, 2006

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Minerals Commission Official Website

Act 900 THE NINE HUNDREDTH ACT OF THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF GHANA ENTITLED MINERALS AND MINING (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2015 AN ACT to amend the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) to provide for Regulations to be made to prescribe the manner for the payment of royalties; the confiscation of equipment used in illegal

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Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 Act 703

Act 703 Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 Qualification for grant of mineral right 10. Unless otherwise provided in this Act, a mineral right shall not be granted to a person unless the person is a body incorporated under the Companies Code 1963 (Act 179), under the Incorporated Private Partnerships Act 1962 (Act 152) or under an enactment in force.

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AN APPRAISAL OF THE MINING LAWS IN GHANA …

The principal laws governing mining in Ghana include the following. Substantive legislation: The 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana; The Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), as amended by the Minerals …

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MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006 (ACT 703)

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In brief: mining rights and title in Ghana

A look at some of the key legal and practical considerations surrounding mining rights and title in Ghana, including the extent of state control, renewal and transfer of licences, and protection ...

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Minerals And Mining

Minerals And Mining THE SEVEN HUNDRED AND THIRD ACT OF THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLICOF GHANA ENTITLED THE MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006 AN Act to revise …

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Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals,

A Ghana Government Perspective on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights ... • 1992 Republican Constitution –Minerals & Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) –Minerals & Mining (Amendment) Act, 2015 (Act 900) • Minerals and Mining (General) Regulations, 2012 (LI 2173)

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The Mining Act Legal Framework for Mining Operations in Nigeria

The development of the Mineral and Mining Act (2007) is one highly commendable action of the Nigerian government to create an enabling environment for business to flourish. The Act contains specific provisions that will enhance private sector leadership in the development of the mining industry in the country.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON THE MINING …

In the case of Ghana, the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) as well as the Constitution states that the minerals resources belong to the people of Ghana. Although government has implemented a derivation policy that returns 9% of mineral royalty to the host communities, an inordinately large part of mineral revenue including corporate tax ...

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MINERALS AND MINING ACT 2006 (ACT 703)

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Petroleum, other Minerals ownership, legal

The ownership rights outlined in the 1992 Constitution, the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) and the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Act, 2016 (Act 919) set the stage for a comprehensive regulatory framework governing the oil, …

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Navigating Ghana's Tax Incentives Regime

The 1992 Ghana Constitution: ... Internal Revenue Act Value Added Tax Act Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act Free Zones Act …./contd Minerals and Mining Act Regional and International Treaties:

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(PDF) Compensation Dynamics in Ghana's Mining Communities

A critical issue confronting the mining industry and communities in Ghana is compensation for loss of land rights in mining activities. The 1992 Constitution and the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) both require compensation for the expropriated to …

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Minerals And Mining

GHANA ENTITLED THE MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006 AN Act to revise and consolidate the law relating to minerals and mining and to provide for connected purposes. DATE OF ASSENT: 22th March, 2006 ENACTED: by the President and Parliament: Ownership of minerals and cadastral system Minerals Property of Republic ...

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Ghana 1992 (rev. 1996) Constitution

Ghana's Constitution of 1992 with Amendments through 1996. Ghana's Constitution of 1992 with Amendments through 1996 [[getTranslation("Constitutions")]] ... comprise the written and unwritten laws of …

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OPPORTUNITIES IN GHANA'S MINING

GHANA MINING & ENERGY SUMMIT (2017) ACCRA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE MAY 31, 2017 ... FRAMEWORK FOR MANAGING MINING IN GHANA •1992 Constitution [Section 257 (6)] •Minerals Commission Act, 1993 (Act 450) •Minerals and Mining Policy of Ghana •Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) & Regulations • Water Resources …

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Ghana: Mineral Policy

Following the adoption of the 1992 Constitution, the Minerals Commission Act, 1993 (Act 450), was passed to reaffirm its multifaceted role in the mining sector. Act 450 further mandates the Commission as responsible for the day-to-day administration, regulation, and management of Ghana's mineral resources.

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Ghana dispatch: demonstration against illegal mining highlights

A late September demonstration in Accra against illegal mining activities in Ghana, led by the Democratic Hub group, has triggered a raft of constitutional issues related to the arrests of protestors.. Following the detention of protesters, a new three-day vigil was organized by activists under the banner of #FreeTheCitizens and #SayNoToGalamsey (the local word for …

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Ghana president establishes new Constitutional Review Committee

Ghana President John Dramani Mahama established a Constitutional Review Committee on Sunday to address gaps in implementing the 1992 constitution and continue the work of a former Constitutional Review Committee in 2010. According to a press release, the Constitutional Review Committee was created to "enhance democratic governance within the …

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Ghana Mining Comparative Guide

The 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana; The Minerals and Mining Act (703/2006), as amended by the Minerals and Mining (Amendment) Act (900/2015); ... The Minerals and Mining Act of Ghana provides for the mandatory acquisition of surface rights. Once a mineral right is granted, the right of the previous landowner to the surface ceases.

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Mining Comparative Guide

The 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana; The Minerals and Mining Act (703/2006), as amended by the Minerals and Mining (Amendment) Act (900/2015); ... For the avoidance of doubt, the Constitution of Ghana states succinctly that title or ownership of every mineral in its natural state under or upon any land in Ghana; in rivers, streams ...

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MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006 (ACT 703)

OF THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF GHANA ENTITLED THE MINERALS AND MINING ACT, 2006 AN ACT to revise and consolidate the law relating to minerals and mining and to provide for connected purposes. DATE OF ASSENT: 22nd March, 2006.

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