This thesis examined the conflict between government policies and citizen practices concerning illegal mining in Obuasi, Ghana. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, this research investigated the socio-economic and environmental impacts of illegal mining and aimed to provide recommendations for policy and practice. Findings indicated significant socio-economic benefits for local communities despite adverse environmental consequences, including heavy metal pollution, deforestation, and habitat destruction. The research identified corruption and lack of effective regulation as key drivers of illegal mining, and suggested the need for more inclusive and sustainable policy frameworks that balanced economic development with environmental protection and social justice. The study recommended stringent regulations, alternative livelihood programs, and transparency and accountability in the mining sector to address the scourge of illegal mining and promote sustainabledevelopment in the region.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Overview of the Study
- CHAPTER 1
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Introduction
- Background of the Study
- Statement of the Problem
- Research Questions
- Objective of the Study
- Significance of the Study
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Introduction
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis investigates the intricate relationship between government policies and citizen practices concerning illegal mining in Obuasi, Ghana. The study aims to understand the socio-economic and environmental consequences of illegal mining and propose solutions that promote sustainable development, environmental protection, and social justice.
- The socio-economic impacts of illegal mining on local communities in Obuasi
- The effectiveness of government policies in controlling illegal mining
- The environmental consequences of illegal mining in the Obuasi region
- The interplay between government policies and local citizen practices in the context of illegal mining
- The potential for creating more inclusive and sustainable policies that balance economic development, environmental protection, and social well-being
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1 introduces the research topic, outlining the background of illegal mining in Obuasi and its socio-economic and environmental consequences. The chapter presents the research questions, objectives, and significance of the study, highlighting the need for a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between government policies and citizen practices.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this thesis are: illegal mining, environmental impacts, social impacts, economic impacts, sustainable development, Ghana.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2024, The Clash Between Government Policies and Citizen Practices. Analyzing the Socio-Economic and Environmental Impacts of Illegal Mining in Obuasi, Ghana, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1490758
