Nonetheless, studies on silica dust and disease symptoms in Ghana are nascent. This study assessed how work‐post and use of required PPE jointly influence exposure to silica dust and disease symptoms in Ghana. ... The proportion of workers who did not wear PPE during quarrying in the other regions is as follows; Eastern (91%), …Web
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Minerals & Mining Policy of Ghana 2.0 Overview of Ghana's Minerals and Mining Sector Ghana is well endowed with substantial mineral resources, the major ones being gold, diamonds, manganese and bauxite. Gold is the predominant mineral produced in the country accounting for over 90% of all mineral revenues annually over the past two …Web
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We operate one of the largest quarries in the country. The quarry is located at Nsawam in the Eastern Region of Ghana. We produce aggregates (crushed rock, quarry dust and gravel) and Cement Blocks. Our …Web
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Nov 9, 2023 As of September 2023, the mining and quarrying sector in Ghana registered an estimated Producer Price Index (PPI) of 33.5 points. This indicated an increase of 32.8 points from the...Web
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The results showed that an average of 102,000 cubic meters of crushed stone aggregate is produced by each of the 178 registered quarries in Ghana per annum; and this constitutes a national average ...Web
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GDP growth for the Mining and Quarrying sector as at the end of the second quarter of 2022 was 4.4%. Relative to the other commodities that constitute the physical trade account, the mineral sector accounted for ... Ghana's abundant natural resources made the country standout especially with regard to the gold mining industry. The league ...Web
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A study conducted to support national efforts to eliminate Worst Forms of Child Labor (WFCL) in the mining and quarrying sector. Specifically, the study aims at the following objectives: To examine the scope of the problem of child labor in mining and quarrying; to find out the nature and dimensions of child labor in mining and quarrying, including the …Web
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The country's mining and quarrying activities revolve around gold. Other minerals found in Ghana include manganese, bauxite, iron ore, and diamonds. Mining and quarrying contributed US$4.2 billion to the country's GDP in the first three quarters of 2019, representing a 13.3 percent increase over the same period in 2018.Web
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Eastern Quarries Limited. Eastern Quarries Limited has been part of the De Simone Group since it was acquired from Ghacem in 1984. The company has since developed into one of the largest distributors of aggregate and road base materials in Ghana. The quarry produces approximately 2 million tons per annum with an estimated life in excess of 100 ...Web
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This study therefore conducted a review of the implications of large-scale mining in Ghana. Findings revealed that, mining activities gravely affect the quality of water in most mining communities ...Web
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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: …Web
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ACCRA, Sept 10 (Reuters) - At least four people were killed, including one Chinese national, in an explosion at a granite quarry in western Ghana owned by Chinese company Omni Quarries late on ...Web
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Ghana has gold, diamonds, bauxite, manganese, salt, limestone, granite and oil. Its mining and quarrying sector contributes significantly to its economy.It is the second-largest gold producer in ...Web
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The mining industry is the largest tax-paying sector in the country and makes a significant contribution to gross domestic product (GDP) and employment. Ghana's mining sector pre-dates the colonial era. Historically, Ghana was known as the Gold Coast. Ghana is one of Africa's largest gold producers. Gold is the most commercially exploited ...Web
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Overall, the share of the mining and quarrying sector in total direct domestic receipts mobilised by the Ghana Revenue Authority improved by 70 per cent from GH¢2.36 billion in 2018 to GH¢4.02 billion in 2019. This growth was propelled by the increase in production and price of some minerals, particularly, gold in the year under review.Web
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quarry companies are located in the middle and southern parts of Ghana. According to the data, the total production of quarry aggregates increased steadily from 1.09 million cubic …Web
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Quarrying in Ghana consists mostly of smaller-scale operations that produce sand, gravel, cement, limestone, and granite. Large and small-scale mining operations provide an estimated 524,000 jobs ...Web
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Child labor is a social problem, especially in developing countries, Ghana inclusive. Statistics released by the ILO report indicates that about one million children globally between the ages of 5 and 17 years work in mining and quarrying alone.The ILO estimates tell a story both of real progress and of an unfinished job.Web
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Monthly PPI of the mining and quarrying sector in Ghana 2023. Mining, Metals & Minerals. Investment inflows into the mining sector in Ghana 2009-2020. …Web
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From a circa US$125 million dollars in October 2021, the Assets Under Management (AUM) for the fund is set to reach the One-billion-dollar mark by January of 2024 making it one of the fastest ...Web
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It is concluded that stone quarrying has contributed to the socio-economic development in the Wenchi municipality of Ghana. It is recommended that the …Web
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Quarrying in Ghana is a critical industry that supports the country's infrastructure development and construction needs. While it provides economic benefits and employment opportunities, it also requires responsible management to minimize environmental impacts and address social and regulatory challenges. Sustainable …Web
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As of 2020, the value added of the mining and quarrying sector occupied 7.23 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in West Africa. Guinea and Ghana were the countries that registered the ...Web
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The paper draws on experiences from Nkukua Buoho and Ntiri Buoho in the Afigya Kwabre District of Ghana. It examines the peoples' livelihood transformation where quarrying, …Web
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Ghana has been battling the effects of illegal small-scale on some major natural water resources (Attiogbe and Nkansah, 2017). For instance, Nyarko (2001) and Essumang et al. (2007) respectively ...Web
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In Ghana, majority (55.5%) of the working population is employed in agricultural activities (Ghana Statistical Service, 2008). However there are numerous occupations under the informal sector, which contribute to livelihoods of majority of rural Ghanaians. About 80 percent of the economically active population in GhanaWeb
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Research Topics. GHANA CHAMBER OF MINES (GCM) TERTIARY EDUCATION FUND (TEF): RESEARCH TOPICS/PROBLEMS. Managing mineworker fatigue. Occupational exposure assessment of mineworkers. Improving incident investigations in Ghanaian mines. Safety culture improvement. Measuring and managing mineworkers whole body vibration …Web
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Approximately two hours' drive west of Accra, is Cape Coast, the captivating capital of the Central Region, which hosts notable tourists' attractions. The Region remains a firm favourite for holidaymakers craving pristine and disturbance-free time along its beautiful coastal stretch. However, human activities, including sand winning along the coast have …Web
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These values are above the EPA, Ghana daily guideline level of 70 μg/m3 over a time-weighted average per 24 hours. Questionnaires administration and health records obtained from the health facilities in the communities revealed notable deteriorations in the health of the people as a result of the quarrying activities in the area.Web
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