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Community–company relations in gold mining in Ghana
The findings reported here were part of a larger study examining community and company relations in the gold mining sector of the Wassa West District of Ghana (E.A. Aubynn, 2003). This part of Ghana (see Fig. 1) contains the largest concentration of surface gold mining activity in the country with an estimated 70% of total unoccupied land ...
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Illegal Mining in Ghana: Economic Gains and Environmental
May 22, 2023. Illegal small-scale mining, popularly known as "galamsey" in Ghana, is a controversial issue. Some people argue that it provides economic opportunities for unemployed youth and ...
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The right to decide: Free prior informed consent in Ghana
This report examines community participation in decisions around mining in Ghana, with a particular focus on the principle of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent both in policy and practice. This report by Ghanaian civil society organizations WACAM (Wassa Association of Communities Affected by Mining)and CEPIL (Center for Public Interest …
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Impact of illegal small scale mining (Galamsey) on cocoa …
Mining in Ghana sector r Bank strategy is surprisingly silent on measures th The resurgence in the mining industry in Ghana since 1989 cannot be considered an isolated phenomenon. It is driven by the global paradigm which emphasizes private sector-led development as the engine of economic recovery in developing countries.
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AN APPRAISAL OF THE MINING LAWS IN GHANA – Nartey …
The principal laws governing mining in Ghana include the following. Substantive legislation: The 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana; The Minerals …
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Ghana Chamber of Mines says ready to support
In a speech read on his behalf, Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Samuel Abu Jinapor, pledged government's continuous support to create an enabling …
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Promises and Pitfalls: China's Financing of the Atewa …
The Implications of Ghana's Atiwa Bauxite Mining Project and Chinese Funding. Bauxite is a valuable mineral used to produce aluminum products that range from teaspoons to fighter jets. It has been mined in …
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In Ghana, civil society is driving mining and oil reforms
Organizations like FoN and mining-focused advocacy organizations like WACAM and CEPIL are making real progress in achieving reforms. The African Center for Energy Policy (ACEP), which Oxfam …
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Who We Are
We achieve our goals through advocacy, research and policy, outreach and collaboration. Advocacy. Our advocacy means greater protections for human rights, and more funding for public health, public safety, and sustainable economic development efforts both in the United States and abroad. Specifically, we've successfully worked to:
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Mining Policy
The industry was very vibrant during the pre-independence period when mining policy was largely geared towards assisting and promoting the maximization of mineral production in the interests of the colonial powers. Therefore, for example, Ghana accounted for 36% of total world gold output (8,153,426 fine ounces) between 1493 and 1600 when there ...
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON THE MINING …
How does Ghana benefit from mining? Ghana benefits from mining in various ways. The obvious benefit to many is the payments of taxes ... government has implemented a derivation policy that returns 9% of mineral royalty to the host ... The Chamber therefore advocates for the mainstreaming and formalizing of artisanal and small-scale mining ...
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WIM Team
ASM, Small & Medium. Amina Tahiru is a small-scale gold mine owner and represents women members at Ghana's National Association of Small Scale Miners (GNASSM). Madam Tahiru is the Managing Director of Zenon Investments. She is an advocate who believes in recognition, fairness and equity in representation in the mining industry.
ادامه مطلبThe Public-Private Sector Mining Governance
Mining Governance in Ghana' series The aim of the Public-Private Sector Dialogue on Mining Governance in Ghana activity was to establish a dialogue between representatives of relevant policy makers/regulators, industry, and civil society groups, with the goal of improving mining governance in Ghana. The project was supported
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Mining Of Gold In Ghana Overview
The exploration of gold reserves in Ghana is governed by a number of laws within her jurisdiction which includes the following; 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). Minerals Commission Act, 1993 (Act 450).
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UNU-INRA Policy Brief | November 2020 Policy Brief
Minerals and Mining Act 2006 and are the main legal framework for implementing the local participation aspirations of Ghana. The efforts of making mining a driver of …
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2019 ANNUAL REPORT
For the mining sector, the policy objectives considered under the SMTDP (2018 – 2021) are: Ensure sustainable extraction of mineral resources; and Ensure the mining sector is linked with the rest of the economy. positive impacts especially, for Ghana because gold is …
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New mining local content law lacks key detail – NRGI
The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) has said the recently passed Local Content and Local Participation regulations for Ghana's mining sector would have been best if it provides ...
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Ghana
Policy Advocacy. Free the Slaves is working to create acknowledgement of slavery in the informal gold mining sector by government officials, private companies, U.N. agencies and international nonprofits. ... Gold mining is one of Ghana's major industries—gold exports are one of the country's biggest sources of income. But at many …
ادامه مطلبGhana's illegal mining continues because the rules and …
November 2, 2022. Ghana's illegal mining continues because the rules and reality are disconnected. by Richard Kwaku Kumah, The Conversation. Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public …
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A decade of community-based mining advocacy in …
11.11.2008 LISTEN. Recently, one of the effervescent human rights and environmental advocacy organisation in Ghana, WACAM celebrated its 10th birthday in Accra under …
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Mines chamber backs increased participation of women in mining
The CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Sulemana Koney, has underscored the need for women participation in mining to be broad-based, insisting that much more has to be done to ensure increased ...
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Mining Laws and Regulations Report 2024 Ghana
Mining Laws and Regulations Ghana 2024. ICLG - Mining Laws and Regulations - Ghana Chapter covers common issues in mining laws and regulations – including the acquisition of rights, ownership requirements and restrictions, processing, transfer and encumbrance, environmental aspects, native title and land rights. Published: …
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Namibia: Katjavivi Pays Tribute to Ahtisaari
Martti Ahtisaari was a tireless advocate for global peace and stability. As a United Nations special representative for Namibia from 1977 to 1990, his leadership was instrumental in our journey to ...
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Mining, the environment, and human rights in Ghana: An area of …
To address this gap, this paper examines the extent to which mining companies meet their responsibility to respect human rights and ensure that environmental rights of community members in mining areas are not violated.
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GOVERNMENT COMMITTED TO THE FIGHT AGAINST ILLEGAL MINING
The Government of Ghana wishes to provide an update on its fight against illegal and irresponsible mining. Contrary to suggestions by the main opposition party that the fight is a charade and in a final state of glaring defeat the fight has achieved significant, the fight has achieved significant results and is now moving into a new phase with the …
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Mining In Ghana
The exploration of gold reserves in Ghana is governed by several laws within her jurisdiction which includes the following; 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).
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Minister recommends cost-benefit analysis of mining in Ghana
Mr Kamel made the recommendation at the launch of a publication: "Natural Resource Watch" jointly published by IBIS, a Danish NGO that advocates equal access and opportunities for the poor and marginalised people in Africa and WACAM, a Ghanaian based NGO advocates against bad mining practices.
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How women in mining sector could benefit from AfCFTA
Second, Africa's ministries of mining and trade must adopt a cohesive policy position on the optimization of the AfCFTA and the African Mining Vision. Governments need to address the siloed ...
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(PDF) Promoting Human Rights Responsibilities: The Experience in Ghana
Promoting Human Rights Responsibilities: The Experience in Ghana's Gold Mining Industry. In book: Corporate Actors in Global Governance: Business as Usual or New Deal (pp.51-74) Chapter: 3 ...
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Advocacy – American Exploration & Mining Association
AEMA is an effective and proactive advocate for the North American mining community, successfully influencing the outcome of political dialogue, building effective working strategies with key elected officials, developing and coordinating industry's response to legislative and regulatory issues, and galvanizing the grassroots.
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