Assessing Social and Environmental Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale …

Artisanal and small-scale gold mining imparts on economic development more significantly in developing countries, but it is also responsible for serious environmental deterioration and human health concerns. ... These results showed that small scale gold mining significantly impacts the environment. As recommendation, it was proposed site ...

Small-scale mining and its socio-economic impact in …

Small-scale mining has brought both major problems and immeasurable socio-economic benefits to a number of developing countries. In recent years, however, the bulk of research has been devoted to analyzing the negative as-pects of the industry.

The environmental impacts of small-scale mining in Namibia

Despite the fact that small-scale mining contributes to the economic development of Namibia, it has also contributed to environmental impacts of which the greater ones have impacted other sectors of the economy. ... According to Speisers (2000), environmental impacts of small scale mining are divided into primary and secondary impacts, primary ...

The impacts of artisanal and small-scale gold mining on …

Artisanal and small-scale mining of minerals and metals (mostly informal and labor-intensive, low capital, low-tech, and a risky form of mining) (ASM) has become a vital livelihood activity and one of the main non-agricultural rural livelihood activities in the Global South due to its low entry level (Hilson and Osei, 2014).

A Contextual Review of the Ghanaian Small-Scale …

Socio-economic Impact of Small-scale Mining in Ghana 5 Employment 5 Production from Small-scale Mining and Revenues Accrued 7 The Precious Minerals Marketing Corporation (PMMC) 8 ... Environmental Impact of Small-Scale Mining in Ghana 15 Land Use Disputes Between Large- and Small-scale Miners 18 Regulatory Framework for Small-scale Mining in ...

Evaluation of positive and negative impacts of mining on …

The study revealed the negative impacts of sand mining on the environment, but the socio-economic impacts of sand mining were positive. In total, the positive and negative impact of sand mining on the studied site was found 65.25% and %34.75 respectively.

Environmental impact of artisanal and small-scale gold mining …

Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is a crucial source of income for millions of people in developing countries [4], including Sub-Saharan Africa, where it directly benefits around 20–30 million individuals and supports downstream industries [3, 12].However, despite its economic importance, ASGM is often viewed negatively due to its potential impact …

The Socio-Economic Implications of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining …

This systematic review examines the impacts of illegal mining on formal employment and job creation. Through a comprehensive analysis of relevant literature, the study explores the displacement of ...

Social and Environmental Impacts of Mining | SpringerLink

There are however some social negative impacts associated with mining including violence, child labour, escalation of gender inequalities, health and environmental effects including deforestation and pollution. In this section, the …

Socio-economic and environmental implications of Artisanal …

Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM) activities continue to grow in many resource-endowed countries with ASM-generated revenues serving as a precursor to socio …

Social Impacts of Modern Small-scale Mining: Case Studies …

The study has shown that the "scale" of mining operations is barely regarded by local residents as a determining factor in shaping their attitudes toward the impacts of small-scale mining, while the socio-economic context and historical legacy are important factors in forming social acceptance.

The Impact of Small-Scale Mining Operations on …

small-scale mining operations on economies and livelihoods in low to middle income countries, and explore the implications for three case study countries Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda in …

Socio-economic and environmental implications of Artisanal and Small

Semantic Scholar extracted view of "Socio-economic and environmental implications of Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM) on agriculture and livelihoods" by George Ofosu et al. ... Where artisanal mines and forest meet: socio-economic and environmental impacts in the Congo Basin. V. Ingram J. Tieguhong J. Schure E. Nkamgnia M. Tadjuidje ...

THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF SMALL-SCALE …

THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF SMALL-SCALE MINING IN NAMIBIA: A CASE STUDY OF UIS SMALL SCALE MINING SITE - ERONGO REGION ... sectors' contribution to the economy, however the impacts mining operations have on the environment has been a matter of serious concern. According to the Minerals Policy (2003), mining operations are one of the ...

(PDF) The contribution of artisanal and small-scale gold mining …

PDF | On Jan 1, 2017, Lyman Mlambo and others published The contribution of artisanal and small-scale gold mining to Zimbabwe's economic growth and development Zimbabwe Accountability and ...

Small-scale Mining and its Socio-economic Impact in …

This article examines both the positive and negative socio-economic impacts of small-scale mining in developing countries, and outlines some key measures for improving...

SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF MINING ON LOCAL …

Mining comes with a lot of impacts. Some of the negative impacts of mining on host communities are water pollution (surface and underground), land degradation, air pollution and displacement of people. Despite all this, mining activities do also have positive impacts. Mining

Ecological Study of Galamsey Activities in Ghana and their

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 ...

The contribution of small-scale mining to Zimbabwean economy

The small-scale and artisanal mining sector has of late become one of the pillars of the economy of Zimbabwe contributing significantly to national exports. Rudairo Mapuranga The sector which has become of significance for the country to achieve the President's vision for Zimbabwe becoming an upper-middle-income earner by 2030 and the mining sector achieving a

Small‐scale mining and its socio‐economic impact in …

This article examines both the positive and negative socio-economic impacts of small-scale mining in developing countries, and outlines some key measures for improving sustainability in the sector. It is important to clarify that, in spite of experiencing its share of environmental- and health-related problems that adversely impact human quality-of-life, small …

Evaluating the impact of small-scale mining on the …

Consequentially, the economy of the country is dependent on the gold and mining industry and so a failure to invest in its development can open the sector to economic vulnerabilities and shocks such as a decline in real export earnings, which can have several trickle-down economic effects including fiscal deficits, declining terms of trade and ...

The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining …

The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Developing Countries . ... The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Developing Countries. Edited By G.M. Hilson. Edition 1st Edition. First Published 2003. eBook Published 1 February 2003. Pub.

Global Report on Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining

There have recently been interesting experiences in the relationship between large and small mines. This Global Report tries to give a present "photography" of the ASM sector and …

The impact of small-scale gold mining on mining communities in Ghana

This study therefore sought to ascertain the sustainability of the Ghanaian mining industry in the light of this controversy through an examination of the ecological, social and economic features ...

(PDF) SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT OF SMALL …

This research sought to investigate the economic, environmental and social impacts of small scale emerald mining on local community livelihoods in Lufwanyama district. However, this paper will ...

Impact of different illegal Artisanal Small-Scale Mining …

The widespread prevalence of illegal Artisanal Small-Scale Mining has raised significant concerns about its environmental and health impacts. This study investigates the effects of two mining methods (alluvial and chamfi) on soil physical, chemical, and microbial properties four years after mining in three municipalities of the Western Region of Ghana.

(PDF) ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF ARTISANAL GOLD MINING …

Artisanal small-scale gold mining (ASGM), owned by individuals, is one form of mineral mining that has been regulated by law. The dilemma in the management of ASGM lies in its dual nature, serving ...

A systematic review of artisanal and small-scale mining: Impacts …

Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) activities have contributed, in most cases, to the rural development of some African countries. Practically, these activities have influenced the environmental, health and socio-economic status. In essence, there is a need to investigate how these activities fuel poverty eradication in Africa. Here, a comprehensive systematic …

A systematic review of artisanal and small-scale mining: Impacts …

Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) activities have contributed, in most cases, to the rural development of some African countries. Practically, these activities have influenced the ...

Small-Scale Mining And Its Socio-Economic Impact In…

This article examines both the positive and negative socio-economic impacts of small-scale mining in developing countries, and outlines some key measures for improving sustainability in …

The environmental impact of small-scale gold mining in …

Furthermore, the mining industry's concentration on water use, particularly for small-scale miners, ignores the legacy impacts of such mines or the long-term effects of small-scale mining.

"Understanding the Economic Contribution of Small-Scale Mining

Full reports of the research are now available on ARM's website.. Pact and the Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM) formed a partnership to undertake the East Africa Research Fund (EARF) study on Understanding the Economic Contribution of Small-Scale Mining in East Africa between June 2016 and March 2018.. The research provides findings on ASM in …

Digging Deeper: The Impact of Illegal Mining on Economic …

Illegal mining has emerged as a pressing issue with significant implications for economic growth and development in Ghana. This systematic review examines the impact of illegal mining on the ...

Small-scale mining and agriculture: Evidence from

The economic impact of small-scale mining on local communities, including its consequences for key development indicators such as educational investment and health, is both empirically and theoretically ambiguous. A key issue in this regard is how small-scale mining interacts with the preexisting agricultural livelihoods of rural populations.