Introduction. Gold mining follows two divisional lines in Ghana; the large-scale multi-national and the small-scale mining sectors (Wireko-Gyebi et al., 2020).Typically, the small scale mining aspect of gold extraction can be further divided into two classes (legal and illegal) depending on its legal approval and operational protocols …
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Galamsey, or informal, mining has destroyed cocoa farms and contaminated water sources in Ghana's cocoa heartland. The article explores the causes, impacts, …
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Galamsey: Ghana's illegal mining menace threatens environment and livelihoods Mary Appiah Opinion Aug - 04 - 2023, 20:02 Galamsey, an illegal form of small-scale mining, has emerged as a pressing ...
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Convener for the Media Coalition Against Galamsey, Dr. Ing. Kenneth Ashigbey has challenged the flagbearer of the New Patic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, to implement his policy plan to address illegal mining activities, popularly known as 'galamsey', before the December 7 general elections. According to him, Ghanaians …
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Galamsey, a popular name for small-scale mining in Ghana, is an important livelihood for many rural Ghanaians. Although concerns have been raised in the popular media about the adverse effects of ...
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Historically, Ghana has a long history of mineral resource extraction, be it with mechanized large-scale mining or small-scale mining, as part of its political economy, which has been traced as ...
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The fact that the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector in Ghana is driven largely by poverty means that the sector is a major source of livelihood for people in mining communities across the country. ... this study examined the livelihood implications of the ban on galamsey in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality in South-Western Ghana …
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The 'Stop Galamsey Now Campaign' was the first of its kind in combating environmental issues in Ghana spearheaded by the media. The media through its collaborative effort used what started as national advocacy to set an agenda for action involving multiple stakeholders to curb the effects of illegal mining.
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Illegal mining, or galamsey, in Ghana poses severe environmental, health, and social problems. The article outlines the causes, effects, and challenges of …
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Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Abu Jinapor, has reiterated the government's unwavering dedication to combating illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey, with a heightened focus on protecting water bodies. He announced that the government will soon dispatch law enforcement ...
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Nana Akomea, Chief Executive Officer of the State Transport Corporation (STC), has expressed concern over the government 39;s inability to effectively tackle illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, which continues to ravage the nation rsquo;s environment and water bodies. Speaking on Peace FM rsquo;s ldquo;Kokrokoo rdquo; …
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Abstract: Ghana's burgeoning galamsey crisis represents a striking embodiment of the modus operandi outlined by Interpol's study on illegal mining via ILLEGAL MINING AND ASSOCIATED CRIMES-INTERPOL.Despite not being explicitly mentioned in the study, Ghana fits squarely within the framework outlined, …
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Daryl Bosu, Deputy Director of A Rocha Ghana, has raised deep concerns about the devastating impact of illegal mining (galamsey) on Ghana's forest reserves and water bodies. He noted that many of Ghana's forest reserves are under siege, with inadequate efforts by leadership to address the issue.
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Ghanaian environmentalist Okyere Boateng has raised an alarm about the potential consequences of illegal mining activities, commonly known as "galamsey" on the country's water resources. ... Boateng expressed deep concerns that if the current rate of galamsey continues unchecked, Ghana may be forced to import water in the near future.
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The Movement for Change described these remarks as "irresponsible, divisive, and insulting," arguing that the devastation caused by galamsey is a national emergency that demands unity rather than ...
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The effects of illegal (Galamsey) mining in Ghana has been devastating over the last few years. Even though small-scale mining was legalized in 1989 during the Military Regime of the People's National …
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The State's Policy Approach. In tracing the State's policy approach in the fight against galamsey, it appears that regularization has been central (Small Scale …
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Ghana's battle against illegal mining, or "galamsey," has become a tragic epic where the supposed saviors of the environment have instead turned into its destroyers. Under President Nana Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, what began as a noble crusade has devolved into a story of betrayal and failure, where the …
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Tags: chemicals galamsey ghana Kojo Antwi, Makafui Awuku media networks Mining in Africa Mining in Ghana poet poet and writer rapper stop illegal mining Related News Patapaa Refutes Reports of Smoking GHC500 worth of Weed on Euro Tour
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Small-scale mining forms an important sector of Ghana's economy, employing one million people directly and supporting the livelihoods of about 4.5 million people.The industry accounts for 35% of ...
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Ghana, one of Africa's leading gold producers, is witnessing a modern-day gold rush, driven by the surge in illegal small-scale mining activities, popularly known as …
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percent of Ghana's total gold output.2 Under Ghanaian law, small-scale gold mining is reserved for Ghanaians, but the boom in gold prices in the 2000s and Ghana's unprotected gold wealth drew thousands of Chinese miners to Ghana who started mining for gold illegally.3 Known locally as galamsey, illegal gold mining by Chinese migrants in Ghana
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Ghana, one of Africa's leading gold producers, is witnessing a modern-day gold rush driven by the surge in illegal small-scale mining activities, popularly known as 'galamsey'.
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Some of the headlines that captured our attention included "ultimatum to illegal mining...stop galamsey in 3 weeks or face the law", "Galamsey menace complex – but we will deal with it – President", "Seven Chinese, three Ghanaians arrested for illegal mining", "Illegal miners smuggle $7bn worth of gold in 2016", "4 ...
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Convener of the Media Coalition Against Illegal Mining, Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, has expressed disappointment over the national response to the illegal mining [galamsey] crisis.
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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 …
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The advocacy group believes strictly enforcing existing mining and environmental regulations will help curb galamsey's devastating effects on Ghana's land and water bodies. It further urges the Lands Minister to protect Ghana's natural heritage for present and future generations in line with national laws and international sustainability ...
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In the lush landscapes of Ghana, illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, has cast a dark shadow over the nations development. It threatens the environment, society and economy of the country.
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In tracing the state's policy approach in the fight against galamsey, it appears that regularisation has been central (Small Scale Gold Mining Law, PNDCL 218, repealed and integrated into the ...
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On the same show, the lead convener of the Media Coalition Against Galamsey, Dr Kenneth Ashigbey said that the issue about the dangers of illegal mining was bigger than what most of the government ...
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Illegal mining, commonly referred to as "galamsey" in Ghana, involves the extraction of minerals or precious metals without government authorization or licensing. This practice has become widespread in Ghana and other African countries, leading to severe environmental degradation, deforestation, and contributing to climate change.
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Amid increasing climate change and environmental degradation, illegal mining (galamsey) has received widespread public concern in Ghana, with greater attention in recent times due to increased media coverage. This paper explores the role of the media in the ongoing crackdown on galamsey activities through a Media Agenda …
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Today, the Ghana Water Limited (GWL) reports that illegal mining activities (galamsey) along the Pra River in the Central Region is making it almost impossible for it to extract raw water from its ...
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