http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/1049 2026-03-12T05:47:13Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12245 Effects Of Artisanal Mining On Livelihoods Of Selected Mining Communities In Obuasi Municipality, Ghana Appiah-Kubi, Emmanuel Artisanal gold mining is the oldest form of mining in Ghana and is mostly practised by rural dwellers living in poor socioeconomic conditions. Poverty among other factors pushes people into illegal artisanal mining which negatively affects their livelihood, well-being, communities and the environment. This study analysed the effects of artisanal gold mining on livelihoods of residents of mining communities within the Obuasi Municipality. Specifically, the study sought to identify the factors that influence residents of the mining community’s engagement in artisanal mining and assess the effects of artisanal mining activities on the livelihoods of residents in the Obuasi Municipality. Additionally, it sought to examine the coping strategies of residents whose livelihood had been affected by artisanal mining activities within the Obuasi Municipality. The study used a concurrent triangulation design and a sample of 428 respondents. In general, the study found that artisanal gold mining is plagued with conspicuous negative social and environmental consequences that affect the livelihood and well-being of members of affected communities in the study area as a lot of negative consequences. Additionally, the study discovered that illegal mining is one of the primary sources of income for the majority of Obuasi residents, even though some individuals continue to work in agriculture or engage in both unlawful mining and farming activities. The study recommends that more severe punitive measures should be adopted to serve as a deterrent to persons who are engaged in or may consider engaging in illegal artisanal mining activities. xi, 153p: ,ill 2022-11-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12236 Effects Of Small-Scale Gold Mining On Livelihoods Of Selected Mining Communities In Obuasi Municipal Assembly, Ghana Appiah-Kusi, Emmanuel Small-scale gold mining and its effect has been an interesting area of study for many researchers. Most of these studies posit that poverty is the main predisposing factor that pushes people into illegal small-scale mining (Opoku-Ware, 2010). In a similar study conducted by Awumbila and Tsikata (2004), they found that unemployment is the reason why several people in their region take up mining. Also, Danyo and Osei-Bonsu (2016) noted that unlawful small-scale mining negatively affects farmers wellbeing and food production in Ghana. The main objective of this study was to analyze the effects of small-scale gold mining on the livelihoods of residents of mining communities within the Obuasi Municipal Assembly. Specifically, the study sought to identify the factors that influence residents of mining community‘s engagement in small-scale mining (SSM) and assess the effects of small-scale mining (SSM) activities on the livelihoods of residents in the Obuasi Municipal Assembly. Additionally, it sought to examine the coping strategies of residents whose livelihood had been affected by SSM activities within the Obuasi Municipal Assembly. The study used concurrent triangulation mixed method design and a sample of 406 respondents. In general, the study found that small-scale gold mining is plagued with conspicuous negative social and environmental consequences that affect the livelihood and wellbeing of members of affected communities in the study area. has a lot of negative consequences. In the same vein, the social and environmental consequences are conspicuous. Additionally, the study discovered that illegal mining is one of the primary sources of income for the majority of Obuasi residents, despite the fact that some individuals continue to work in agriculture or engage in both unlawful mining and farming activities. xviii, 142p:, ill. 2021-11-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12171 Assessing Circular Agriculture Practices Behaviour of Smallholder Farmers in Yilo Krobo Municipality of Ghana Tetteh, Rita The study assessed smallholder farmers' circular agricultural practices and behaviours in the Yilo Krobo Municipality. The study used a descriptive research design with simple random and purposive sampling techniques to interview 358 respondents from communities in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality. A questionnaire and interview guide was used to collect data in the study. The study revealed that smallholder farmers (66.8%) in Yilo-Krobo Municipality are hesitant to adopt circular agriculture practices such as using organic manure or compost, disease-resistant crops, and botanical or organic pesticides, largely due to doubts about their effectiveness and benefits. Financial constraints, limited market access, and inadequate technological infrastructure are major challenges hindering the widespread adoption of circular agriculture practices among farmers in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality. Most farmers in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality do not receive support from government agencies (93%), NGOs (100%), agricultural extension services (92%), and community associations (99%). Financial constraints, lack of modern technologies, inadequate market access, knowledge, training, and support gaps, insufficient market incentives, and varying social norms hindered the adoption of circular agriculture practices among smallholder farmers in the Yilo-Krobo Municipality. Hence, Government agencies and NGOs should collaborate to provide targeted educational programs that increase awareness of the benefits and effectiveness of circular agriculture practices. These programs should demonstrate the long-term benefits of such practices, including soil fertility and reduced chemical use. xiv, 202p:, ill. 2024-08-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/12135 Illegal Sand Mining: A Study of the Cape Coast- Komenda Coastline, Ghana. Osman, Ridwanatu In most countries across the globe, sand is an essential resource for economic developmental activities. Despite the huge costs of processing and recovering materials from glacier deposits, flood plains, and river channels, it is vital to the construction and industrial sectors. The study assessed illegal sand mining along the Cape Coast – Komenda, Ghana. Mixed methods which included quantitative and qualitative methods such as interview schedule survey, interviews, observation and focus group discussions were used to obtain data from three communities along the coastline of the Central Region of Ghana (Bantuma Mbofra-Akyinim, Ankwanda and Ola). The multi-stage sampling technique was used to select these communities while convenience sampling was used to select respondents (388) which included tipper truck drivers, tricycle riders, masons, fishmongers, fishermen and residents who have stayed in these communities for more than five years. Purposive sampling was used to select officials who were knowledgeable in sand mining issues from regulatory bodies such as NADMO, KEEA Municipal, CCMA, MC and the EPA. The study found out that the respondents gave reasons for which they engage in sand mining activities. Some of these reasons included the source of income, free gift of nature, urbanization and population increase. The respondents also admitted that these activities come with some repercussions such as retreat of the shoreline, pollution, introduction to health hazards and the destruction of roads and bridges by heavy duty vehicles. Government agencies also face numerous setbacks such as the limited resources for management, unclear responsibilities among stakeholders, weak coordination against local authorities, inadequate legal framework and interference from high-ranking government officials. This research concludes that illegal sand mining in its present condition is unsustainable and the government agencies are losing their firm grip on the issue. x, 140p:, ill. 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z