


Revocation of Mining License The Grounds, …
Revocation of Mining License: The Grounds, Process, and Remedy. Since the conclusion of the Fourth Debate of Vice Presidential Candidates for the 2024 Election, the discussion on illegal mining has piqued …
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Congo frees most of Chinese men held for illegal mining
Democratic Republic of Congo has freed 14 of the 17 Chinese men arrested on suspicion of running an illegal gold mine in the country, authorities said late on Tuesday. The men, who are travelling ...
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Illegal mining: the problem and possible solutions
The South African Human Rights Commission estimates that there are between 8000 and 30 000 illegal miners operating in South Africa. According to the Chamber of Mines, roughly between 5% and 10% of South Africa's annual gold production stems from illegal mining.The conditions in which illegal mining occurs have been described as being akin to the …
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ILLEGAL MINING FIRST INTERIM REPORT SUMMARY
illegal mining which has been flourishing since about a decade. For controlling illegal mining and its trade, following recommendations are suggested in this First Interim Report: Firstly, for streamlining the procedure for renewal of mining lease, Rule 24A (1) and (6) of the Mineral Concession Rules, 1960 are required to be amended, as ...
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"Unearthing the Hidden Perils: A Comprehensive Review of Illegal Mining …
Furthermore, illegal mining encroaches upon forest reserves and wildlife sanctuaries, causing habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity. The removal of vegetation cover and soil erosion ...
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FOR ILLEGAL MINING OF IRON ORE AND MANGANESE
FOR ILLEGAL MINING OF IRON ORE AND MANGANESE FIRST INTERIM REPORT PART : 1 Terms of reference 1. The Government of India has set up Shri Justice M. B. Shah Commission of Inquiry for Illegal Mining of Iron Ore and Manganese vide Notification dated 22nd November, 2010. 2. The terms of reference of the Commission are as follows:– i.
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FACT, Allies Call for New Policy Solutions to …
A new policy brief coauthored by FACT and leading civil society organizations from Peru, Colombia, and Brazil outlines seven key recommendations for governments to better address, mitigate, and prevent the …
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Environmental groups push for urgent measures to tackle illegal mining
Some environmental NGOs have expressed hope for the implementation of the newly elected President's promise to combat the widespread environmental destruction caused by illegal mining. For months, these groups have been urging the President, a co-founder, to declare a state of emergency, deploy security forces, remove illegal miners from ...
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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 ...
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Why is Ghana losing the war against illegal gold mining …
of illegal small-scale gold mining activities (ISSGMAs), which is mercilessly robbing the nation of its ecological integrity, despite attempts by successive gov ernments to remedy the situation.
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SC examines scheme to remedy damage due to illegal mining …
SC examines scheme to remedy damage due to illegal mining in 3 districts. Says will give phased approval after ground work begins. DHNS. Last Updated : 25 March 2017, 20:08 IST. Follow Us :
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Impact of illegal mining activities on forest ecosystem …
Map of Ghana showing the study district and selected communities. 2.2. Sampling procedures and data collection. The three communities, Nkatieso, Ntakam and Asawinso were purposively selected for the study based on the relative extent to which illegal mining activities had been carried out.By observation, the three communities were noted as the most vibrant …
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What to know about a standoff between police and illegal …
The problem of illegal mining in South Africa. Illegal mining has been underway for decades, on the back of the country's once booming mining industry.. The illegal miners — known as zama-zamas or "hustlers" in the Zulu language — search for gold and other precious metal deposits at old and abandoned mines that have been closed or where mining has been halted.
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An assessment of the impact of mining on the …
The informal sector of mining comprises mostly of illegal mining operators such as the small scale artisanal miners who usually operate without licenses. The small scale miners in the informal sector usually cause a lot of damage due to the use of rudimentary techniques of mining (Brant, 2014). ... the community needs to be engaged and educated ...
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Rethinking small-scale gold mining in Ghana: A holy grail for
This poses as a literature gap which needs to be addressed. Currently, the actual causes and remedies to IGM are interspersed in literature. Consequently, their applications are rarely utilized (Achina-Obeng and Aram, 2022; ... Illegal mining is often a transboundary issue, and international cooperation can be key in addressing the problem.
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End illegal sand mining in China | Science
In Poyang Lake, illegal sand mining has caused rapid water-level declines, which have driven water shortages in nearby cities, devastated traditional fisheries, exposed riverbeds, led to severe droughts, and threatened crops and migratory birds (6–8).In Dongting Lake, illegal sand mining has resulted in the loss of about 70% of nearshore habitats, substantially reducing …
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Illegal mining in Ghana: The negative impact on …
Mining in Ghana. The mining sector has historically been one of the major economic activities that contribute to national growth. Many countries have grown their economic stature by extrapolating natural resources through …
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Pathways to Remedy at the Porgera Gold Mine
for effective remedy. The Porgera mine in PNG operates in one of the world's most challenging environments. The mine is in close proximity to residents, often without clear delineation between company and community property. Violent tribal conflicts are endemic to the region. Poverty levels are staggering. Illegal mining is becoming
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(PDF) EFFECTS OF ILLEGAL SMALL SCLALE GOLD MINING …
The upsurge in illegal gold mining activities, popularly known as "galamsey operation" has left in its wake, ... time more rigorous studies on the phenomenon were undertaken to critically examine the effects and to find measures to remedy the problem. The study was therefore undertaken to examine the effects of illegal mining on the ...
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Assessing the Impact of Illegal Mining on the Environment: …
According to Mushanawani (2019) rivers such as Metangua and Gwetera are under threat from the illegal gold mining activities of over 500 artisanal miners.The Zimbabwe mines and mineral act, the Minerals corporation of Zimbabwe Act (Chapter 21:04) requires all licenced operators to secure environmental impact assessment which specify ...
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How Remote Sensing Helps to Curb Illegal Mining
Remote sensing technology, a method of collecting data about the Earth's surface without physical contact, offers a promising solution to detect and curb illegal mining activities. …
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Cobalt as a remedy to vitamin B12 deficiency? You bet
CONCERNS about the role of artisanal mining, including child labour, in the extraction of cobalt have triggered a scientific scramble to find alternatives to the battery metal. This is already showing promise, not least because the likes of the US government and Elon Musk's Tesla have been giving it their full attention. Musk declared in […]
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Marshall County residents ask ADEM not to permit alleged 'illegal …
Bright was given 10 days to remedy the violations and apply for a permit. "Approximately 2 to 2.5 acres have been cleared, however, best management practices or windrows had not been implemented and entrance/exit pads were not in place," ADEM's investigation report stated. ... "Local vigilance is key to actively stop this illegal chert mine on ...
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Why is Ghana losing the war against illegal gold mining
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.
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New interventions and sustainable solutions. Reappraising illegal …
Illegal artisanal mining (IAM) is a serious environmental and social problem in South Africa. 1 'Illegal' mining is an act of mining that contravenes the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA). Despite its illegality, many scholars believe such mining has an important role to play in rural economic development. 2 The global demand for gold has …
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Environmental liability litigation could remedy biodiversity loss
Such litigation remains largely untested in most biodiversity hotspots and is rarely used in response to leading drivers of biodiversity loss, including illegal wildlife trade.
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UNODC at COP28: Addressing illegal deforestation and illegal mining …
Illegal mining is exacerbating the problem, with the race for the critical materials needed to produce 'green', environmentally-friendly technology paradoxically fuelling a surge in the crime. Wind turbines, solar panels, batteries for electric vehicles, electrolysers and more require minerals like lithium, nickel, cobalt, copper, and rare ...
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Unearthing solutions: Battling the menace of …
This article explores the far-reaching impacts of illegal mining and examines potential solutions to restore integrity to South Africa's mining sector. Impacts. Impact on communities. The effects of illegal mining extend beyond …
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Illegal mining threatens Indigenous land at foot of …
MINDANAO, Philippines — Mount Apo, a protected area on the southern Philippine island of Mindanao, is threatened by small-scale illegal mining, which remains a lingering problem elsewhere in the ...
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Impact of illegal mining activities on forest ecosystem …
The small-scale mining sector in Ghana is an important contributor to job creation for people in rural communities due to lack of sufficient-paying alternative jobs (Hilson and Banchirigah, 2009; Amponsah-Tawiah and Dartey-Baah, 2011).About 85% of the estimated one million people who are directly or indirectly employed in the small-scale mining sector are …
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