Small-scale Mining and its Socio-economic Impact in Developing
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 ...
A Review of the Scope of Artisanal and …
Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) is primitive with health problems determined by occupational, environmental, and social settings; ASM involves 80 + countries and valuable resources, like gold, diamonds, precious …
A systematic review of artisanal and small-scale …
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...
The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining …
The Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Developing Countries- Chapter 11- Women and Artisanal Mining: Gender Roles and the Road Ahead. ... In many cases, the roles of women in artisanal mining communities differ significantly from those of men, and extend well beyond direct participation in mining activities – this ...
Socio-Economic Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale …
companies. Most mining activities in Nigeria and Niger State by extension is done by Artisanal and Small Scale miners using simple and basic technology. Artisanal and Small-Scale mining (ASM) refers to informal mining activities carried out using low technology or with minimal machinery. Artisanal and Small Scale mining is an important source of
2020 State of the Artisanal and Small- Scale Mining …
Delve is a global platform for artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) data. Its vision is a world in which ASM is recognized as an important contributor to global …
A systematic review of artisanal and small-scale …
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
The environmental impacts of small-scale mining can include deforestation, soil erosion, water pollution from chemicals like mercury, and loss of biodiversity. Small-scale miners often lack access to proper training and equipment, leading to unsafe working conditions and health risks for …
ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL IMPACT POTENTIAL OF …
Global Examples of Formalized Small-Scale Mining Small-scale mining is not a new concept; it has been in existence for centuries and continues to this day, especially in the Global South. Most small-scale mining today could be described as "artisanal", a term used for …
2019 State of the Artisanal and Small Scale Mining Sector
As the inaugural report of a planned annual series, the 2019 edition explores the origins and impact of what is identified as the 'global data gap' on artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM). It outlines how through collaboration, the gap can be addressed to guide more effective ASM formalization efforts across the globe.
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...
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.
Evaluating the impact of small-scale mining on the …
DOI: 10.1016/j.envsci.2020.11.010 Corpus ID: 229614534; Evaluating the impact of small-scale mining on the achievement of the sustainable development goals in Guyana @article{Laing2021EvaluatingTI, title={Evaluating the impact of small-scale mining on the achievement of the sustainable development goals in Guyana}, author={Tim Laing and …
Impact of Small-Scale Mining Activities on Physicochemical Properties
The quality of soils in rehabilitated small-scale mined sites needs thorough investigation since a lot of changes do occur. The study assessed the impacts of small-scale mining activities on concentration and distribution of soil physicochemical properties and heavy metals. The soil samples were col …
The Impact of Small-Scale Mining Operations on …
Dr Maria Laura Barreto, Patrick Schein, Dr Jennifer Hinton, Felix Hruschka, January 2018. This report of the East Africa Research Fund (EARF) project 'Understanding the Economic Contribution of Small-scale Mining in East …
Impact Evaluation of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining on …
This study evaluated the impact of artisanal and small-scale mining on land use land cover as it applies to sustainable mining environment in Niger State, Nigeria. Thus, thirteen different mining ...
IMPACT OF ILLEGAL SMALL-SCALE MINING ON THE …
the negative impact of illegal small-scale mining on the residents of East Akyem Municipality, the researcher of this study gives amongst many the following recommendations; that parents be educated on the value of formal education to encourage their wards to stay in school, rather than engaging themselves in the activities of illegal ...
SMALL-SCALE & ARTISA NAL MINING IMPACTS ON …
The extent of impacts on biodiversity from artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) depend on the type of mining, the area in which it is occurring, and the location. Some communities have practiced local small-scale hard-rock mining for generations with minor local impacts. Other regions, such as the Madre de
Socio-economic and environmental implications of Artisanal and Small
Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM) continues to grow in many resource-rich rural communities. Recent estimates underscore this growth: 40.5 million people were directly engaged in ASM in 2017, up from 30 million in 2014, 13 million in 1999 and 6 million in 1993 (IGF, 2017).With particular reference to gold production, the numbers indicate that ASM production …
The Role of Education on Small-scale Mining for …
study has been undertaken on a small scale and within a limited time to investigate the impact of education on small scale mining for sustainable development in the Band/Nkwanta community. A research design is a kind of blueprint that guides the researcher in his or her investigation and analyses (Onwumere, 2009),
THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF SMALL-SCALE …
According to Speisers (2000), environmental impacts of small scale mining are divided into primary and secondary impacts, primary impacts being those that results from mining activities itself and secondary being those that results from the spin offs of the mining activity such as littering, and impacts on flora. ...
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 …
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.
Impacts of Small-Scale Gold Mining in South …
Millions of artisanal and small-scale gold miners use mercury (Hg) to extract gold from ore, generating Hg emissions and waste that pollute air and water. Gold amalgamation produces about 40% of anthropogenic mercury emissions and …
The impact of small-scale gold mining on …
Key words: small-scale mining, mining communit ies, mining industry, mining. Introduction The Ghanaian mi ning industry can be traced back to t he pre-colonial era with some studies
(PDF) Small scale gold mining effects on the miners and …
Impacts of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining in Developing Cou ntries. Taylor & ... The study further outlines other negative social effects of small scale mining to include drug abuse, violent ...
The socio-economic impact of small scale mining in Ghana
Almost all the industrial minerals, including sand and gravel, are produced by small scale mining. This paper seeks to highlight the economic benefits derived from small scale mining and its social impact. It also discusses the endangered nexus between small scale mining and other sectors of the economy.
Reflecting on the impact of an artisanal and small-scale mining …
In 2019, the ban was lifted for registered small-scale mining companies to validate their licenses and continue with their activities, but the local miners, who fall under the unregistered category, and are by far the largest ASM operators (85 %) are yet to receive clearance to restart mining (Baddianaah et al., 2023). In the face of all this ...
Assessing the effects of gold mining on environment: A case …
To that end, the study will provide a better understanding of mining communities' attitudes and perceptions toward the impact of small-scale gold activities on ecosystem services, as well as their willingness to participate in recovery programs aimed at improving ecosystem services in order to sustain rural livelihoods.
The Impact of Small-Scale Mining in Matabeleland South
Small-scale mining has become a significant economic activity in Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe. This sector, often referred to as artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), plays a crucial role in poverty alleviation and employment creation. However, it also presents several challenges that need to be addressed to ensure sustainable development.