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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 productivity in Ghana. The …

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Proposed Solutions to the illegal and irresponsible mining problem in Ghana

That the problem of irresponsible mining has become an existential threat to Ghana is no longer in doubt. While the rest of the world deals with climate change, the threat of Ghana's local, man-made nightmare requires a,more urgent action on the part of Government, bureaucrats, traditional authorities and citizens. As an advocacy group made up […]

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Insight into Illegal Mining Phenomenon Galamsey in Ghana …

While there have been several studies on illegal mining, this is the first study to evaluate governments policy, its effects, and challenges. 2. Research Design The study examines the causes, effects of illegal small-scale mining, the effectiveness of Ghana government's strategy in dealing with the problem and the challenges thereof.

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In Ghana, scientists have seen a high dropout rate amongst young school children seeking to be involved in illegal mining for survival [25]. Most of the societal issues within these...

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The study sought to examine the effect of illegal gold mining operations on school dropout. A sample size of 102 participants was selected for quantitative analysis together with purposive sampling of 20 key informants for qualitative analysis. The study found that children engage in Illegal gold mining and subsequent dropout from school.

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Illegal Gold Mining in Ghana: Understanding Galamsey and Its Effects

As a developing country, Ghana faces numerous socio-economic challenges that limit its potential for growth. Among these, illegal gold mining—locally known as "Galamsey"—stands out as one of the most pressing issues, exacerbating other developmental problems and causing severe environmental degradation. Galamsey is particularly destructive …

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Ghana's mining sector comes in two main ways; Large scale or Corporate mining and small scale mining. The small-scale mining, by law, is the preserve of the indigenous …

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Causes and Effects of Illegal Gold Mining in Ghana

Illegal gold mining in Ghana has considerable social, economic and environmental repercussions. Learn more about the main causes of this problem, such as poverty, lack of regulation and high gold prices on the world trade …

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Causes and Effects of Illegal Gold Mining (Galamsey)

This study launched in 1983, the mining industry experienced substantial seeks to investigate the causes and effects of illegal gold reforms beginning in 1986.Since 1983, Ghana has been mining activities on school dropout and residents at the experiencing World Bank/International Monetary Fund Tutuka Central Circuit of Obuasi Municipality.

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Transboundary Water Pollution in Ghana: Addressing the …

The problem of illegal mining in Ghana and its neighboring nations looks to be becoming worse rather than better, with no end in sight. This essay aims to draw attention to the impacts of illegal mining on international development, particularly concerning wa- ... ing causes and effects of illegal mining activities are both excellent purposes ...

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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.

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Galamsey: Ghana's illegal gold mining industry …

The illegal mining has also affected cocoa production, with the Ghana Cocoa Board saying in 2021 that more than 19,000 hectares of farmland had been destroyed in key cocoa-growing areas like the ...

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Effects of Illegal Mining on the Environment in the Nadowli-Kaleo District. Table 2 presents the results on the effects of illegal mining on the environment. The study revealed that surface exploration and mining of the …

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Galamsey: Ghana's illegal gold mining industry …

Water from a polluted river in Ghana was so thick and discoloured that an artist was able to use it as paint to depict the environmental devastation caused by the illegal gold mining that has...

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Impact of illegal mining activities on forest ecosystem services: …

The small-scale mining sector in Ghana is an important contributor to job creation for people in rural communities due to lack of sufficient-paying alternative jobs (Hilson and Banchirigah, 2009; Amponsah-Tawiah and Dartey-Baah, 2011).About 85% of the estimated one million people who are directly or indirectly employed in the small-scale mining sector are …

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Overview of Illegal Mining in Ghana. ... the economic benefits of Galamsey are often short-lived, as the environmental degradation it causes can lead to long-term economic losses for communities reliant on agriculture and clean water. ... The effects of illegal mining extend significantly into social and economic dimensions, often exacerbating ...

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This chapter examines the effect of speculative mining activities and issues of compensation on both the speculators and the mining companies within some mining communities in Ghana.

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Assessing potential health effect of lead and mercury and the …

The Bonsa river serves major domestic and industrial needs while supporting aquatic life for the entire Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality. Despite the benefits obtained from the aquatic ecosystem of Ghana, water pollution is rampant in the country as a result of mining activities and is evidenced by the increased discharge of pollutants into water bodies by the …

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ASSESSING THE FACTORS INFLUENCING ILLEGAL …

Therefore, assessing factors affecting illegal mining in Ghana would be significant, considering the bearing of illegal mining on water withdrawal, in terms of quantity and quality references. We believe the results of this study will be paramount to the Government, Ministry and all affiliates on the incidence of illegal mining.

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Impact Of Illegal Mining (galamsey) On Local Ecosystems

Illegal mining, often referred to as "Galamsey" in Ghana, poses significant threats to both local ecosystems and climate resilience. While mining can contribute to economic growth, illegal operations typically bypass environmental regulations, leading to devastating impacts on biodiversity, water quality, and soil integrity.

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Causes and Effects of Illegal Gold Mining (Galamsey) …

The study sought to examine the effect of illegal gold mining operations on school dropout. A sample size of 102 participants was selected for quantitative analysis together with purposive sampling of 20 key informants for …

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Causes and Effects of Illegal Gold Mining (Galamsey) …

Ghana as a country is gold mining (Adu-Gyamfi, 2014). It involves the extraction of minerals in addition to precious ... Causes and Effects of Illegal Gold Mining (Galamsey) Activities on School ...

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Addressing the Illegal Mining Menace in Ghana with

For Ghana, this backdrop shows that policy solutions need to confront the main causes that promote illegal mining: poverty, lack of formal employment, and poor government. Drawing on lessons from Sierra Leone's Kimberley Process, Ghana should consider adopting a more comprehensive strategy to mitigate galamsey.

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The footprints of galamsey in Ghana: The Western …

Within the small-scale gold mining sector is "galamsey", a local term used in Ghana for illegal or unregulated gold mining operations. Illegal gold mining operations are criticised heavily throughout Ghana due to their …

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(PDF) Illegal Mining Impacts on Ghana's Development

Causes of Illegal Gold Mining in Ghana Literature and observations highlight what is classified in this paper as major and minor causes of illegal mining in Ghana. These are conditions that compel people to venture into artisanal mining and by their modes of operation and in the light of regulations considered as illegal mining.

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Ghana's battle against illegal mining: A call for sustainable solutions

In the lush landscapes of Ghana, illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, has cast a dark shadow over the nation's development. It threatens the environment, society and economy of the country ...

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The Devastating Impact of Illegal Minning on Ghana's Rivers

Illegal mining in Ghana is a long-standing issue, with thousands of artisanal miners operating without proper licenses or regulations. These miners use harmful methods, including the use of mercury and cyanide, to extract gold and other minerals from rivers and streams. The resulting pollution has several consequences, including:

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