While the engagement of Chinese migrants in small-scale mining in Ghana has gained traction in scholarship, the extant literature pays little attention to how the relationship between the so-called formal institutions (e.g., the Minerals Commission and Ministry of Land and Natural Resources) and informal institutions (e.g., the chieftaincy …
By law, artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASM) in Ghana is 'reserved for Ghanaians' and has long been an indigenous livelihood activity using rudimentary1 methods. Any foreign presence has been limited to nationals from neighbouring West African countries. Yet from 2010 onwards, the arrival
The global rush to grab resources took an unexpected turn in Ghana recently. With the hike in gold prices from 2008 onwards, a large influx of foreign miners, especially from China, entered into the artisanal and small-scale mining sector (ASM), despite it being 'reserved for Ghanaian citizens' by law.
How many small-scale gold miners work in Ghana? There is no authoritative estimate of the actual number of people engaged in ASGM in Ghana. This is expected to be addressed by the recent announcement by the Minerals Commission to register all small-scale miners in Ghana. Studies however suggest that there are about 500,000 to 1,000,000 small-scale
This report is one of three synthesis documents produced via an integrated assessment (IA) that aims to increase understanding of artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) in Ghana. Given the complexities surrounding ASGM, an IA framework was utilized to analyze economic, social, health, and envi …
SERVIR-West Africa uses similar mining analyses and shares the data to government officials to help curb artisanal activities and reform past mining sites. References and Further Reading; Barenblitt, A. et al. (2021) The large footprint of small-scale artisanal gold mining in Ghana. Science of The Total Environment, 781 (146644).
This report is one of three synthesis documents produced via an integrated assessment (IA) that aims to increase understanding of artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) in Ghana. Given the complexities surrounding ASGM, an IA framework was utilized to analyze economic, social, health, and environmental data, and co …
This article is one of three synthesis reports resulting from an integrated assessment (IA) of artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) in Ghana. Given the complexities that involve multiple drivers …
In addition, in Ghana, "small-scale gold mining makes more of a direct contribution to foreign exchange and export earnings than large-scale mines" (hilson 2003). Small-scale mining in most areas of the developing world is largely a poverty-driven activity. It is a main source of income to the poorest of the poor, the less educated, the ...
Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining in Ghana - Past, Present and Future Bruno Ayaga Kansakea, *1, Raymond Kudzawu-D'Pherddb, cHarriet Naakai Tetteh, Simon Peter Dagbuid, Emmanuel Atta Mendsf
Within the study area of southwestern Ghana, our results indicate that approximately 47,000 ha (⨦2218 ha) of vegetation were converted to mining at an …
In Ghana, artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) has grown in size and significance. Its contribution to wealth creation, employment and the economy makes it one of the …
This work expands upon limited research into the spatial footprint of Galamsey in Ghana, complements mapping efforts by local geographers, and will …
Mining Cadastre The implementation of Mining Cadastre Administration System (MCAS) at the Minerals Commission seeks to improve and strengthen current levels of compliance checks and license administration procedures and practices. READ MORE Industry Statistics Monthly statistics of Gold produced and transported by the various mining …
Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd Perseus Mining Ghana Ltd Golden Star (Wassa) Ltd; Production (oz) Value of Export US$ Production (oz) Production (oz) Production (oz) Production (oz) ... Large vs Small Scale Gold Productions. Data statistics on Mining Contributions from 2016-2020. Year Large Scale (Qty Ounce) Small (Qty Ounce) Total; 2016: 2,586,596 ...
This paper examines the environmental impacts of small-scale gold mining in Ghana, and prescribes a series of recommendations for improving environmental …
A study in the Tarkwa area of southwest Ghana, where large and small-scale gold mining occur along with subsistence farming, found median groundwater and surface water pH (5.71, 5.05, and 6.40 for borehole, well, and stream water, respectively) below the WHO guideline range (6.5–8.5) .
Abstract: In Ghana, small-scale/artisanal gold mining has been on-going for more than a century. Artisanal mining has been the support for the rural people who more often than
Ghana's artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector continues to grow in size and significance. Its contribution to wealth creation, employment and the economy make it one of the nation's most …
Artisanal and small-scale mining for example accounted for 43% of Ghana's total gold production in 2018 (Adu-Baffour et al., 2021). Ghana was one of the first African countries to recognize ASM through the promulgation of a landmark Small-scale Gold Mining Law in 1989 (Government of Ghana, 1989) aimed at mainstreaming ASM …
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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.
5. Asanko Gold Mine. Mineral type: Gold Mine location: Amansie West Website: Asanko is one of the gold mining companies in Ghana. Three partners own the firm. Galiano and …
In spite of the legalization of small-scale mining sector in Ghana, IGM is a major problem in Ghana. The law establishing small-scale mining requires prospective …
mining is also popular in the small-scale gold sub-sector. Following a period of general economic decline in the 1970s to mid-1980s, Ghana's mining industry recovered on the back of market-based adjustment policies recommended by the International Monetary Fund and World Bank. Amongst others, the Structural Adjustment Programme
Naturally, it is the favourable geological setting that enables widespread small-scale gold mining to occur in Ghana. The country is situated mostly within the West African Craton, which stabilized during the early Proterozoic Period some two billion years ago [2]. In a
The gold mining industry in Ghana has made a substantial contribution to the country's economic growth by generating diverse employment opportunities, both directly and indirectly, in mining communities. This has the potential to mitigate poverty and improve the quality of life for individuals and s in rural areas, where climate …
Available Legal Regime and The Use of Mercury for Small-Scale Gold Mining in Ghana David Asumda1, Prof. Francis D. P. Situma2, Dr. Kariuki Muigua2, Dr. Shirazu Issahaku3 1.
1. Introduction. Informal artisanal and small-scale mining (ASGM) activities continue to have far-reaching consequences on the environment (Adetunde et al., 2014; Macdonald et al., 2015; Duncan, 2020).This activity is characterized by siltation of rivers and streams, loss of vegetative cover and soils, among others, necessitating constant …
Small scale gold mining in Ghana has a long history. It has existed as far back as the eighth century as a economic activity. It was legalised recently when the Small Scale Mining L aw (PNDCL 218) 1989 was passed and public policies were formulated to support the implementation of the law. From then, the industry has becom e a major ...
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.
Abstract Illicit financial flows (IFFs) generated by the artisanal and small -scale gold mining (ASGM) sector in West Africa have historically contributed to conflict and instability, althoughit would be a
From 2008 to early 2017, the third phase of gold mining in Ghana witnessed a significant upsurge in small-scale mining activities due to the escalating gold prices (Hausermann et al., 2018; Barenblitt et al., 2021). This era marked a significant environmental impact as advanced technology such as excavators and wash plants …
