Illegal Mining Stories

Nearly ₹13L fine imposed in 295 illegal mining cases in 15 …

Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh mining department has detected 295 illegal mining cases and levied a fine of Rs 12.60 lakh in the first half of December. Director, industries department, Yunus, said ...

A Toxic Trade: Illegal Mining in Amazon Tri …

They often have multiple stories and carry equipment that is vastly larger, heavier, and more expensive than the small rafts' gear. ... Illegal mining operations on Indigenous lands jumped nearly 500% from 2010 to 2020, …

The Big Names Behind Illegal Mining | Pulitzer Center

The Big Names Behind Illegal Mining. An investigation by Tempo found illegal nickel mining by people claiming to be close to the authority. Many people have pointed out that natural resources are a gift that can easily become a disaster...

The dark face of South Africa's illegal mining

In recent times, the issue of illegal mining and the so-called 'invasion of the Zama Zamas' has received much more attention, as the extent of illegal mining, and the negative impact of organised criminal gangs involved in it, has surfaced as a major socio-economic threat.

Thousands demonstrate in Accra against illegal mining in …

Thousands took to the streets of Accra, demanding the government to put an end to illegal mining in Ghana, also known as Galamsey, and denouncing its harmful impact on the environment.

Exploring South Africa's Illegal Mining Crisis in Stilfontein

Illegal miners, known locally as Zama zamas, have been a persistent challenge in South Africa for decades, emerging in the wake of large mining companies closing down less profitable operations.

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 ...

South Africa's illegal 'zama-zama' mining industry: Gang …

Along with about 600 other men, Ndumiso lives and works in a small gang-controlled "town" - complete with markets and a red light district - that has grown up deep underground at a disused gold ...

Gold Has No Seed: A Story of Illegal Mining in Ecuador

What would you do if, 'overnight', hundreds of thousands of dollars rained down on you thanks to illegal mining? This happened to the Shuar community of Shaim, in the Ecuadorian Amazon. They had luxuries, now they only have poverty.

DENR chief Loyzaga says case buildup ongoing on …

This is a small-scale mining processing operation. So, as you know, in terms of the small-scale operations, there's a heavy local government and local community component," Loyzaga said at a Palace press briefing. …

Gold Has No Seed: A Story of Illegal Mining in Ecuador

What would you do if, 'overnight', hundreds of thousands of dollars rained down on you thanks to illegal mining? This happened to the Shuar community of Shaim, in the …

FEATURE: Illegal mining booms, as Nigerian govt eyes …

President Bola Tinubu has long blamed illegal mining for funding weapons purchases and worsening conflicts in the north-west of the country. Community groups, however, argue that it is a response ...

Illegal mines, pollution and a thirsty global market: Anger …

Illegal small-scale gold mining in Ghana has been linked with the destruction of the environment and illness. Now it could affect the election.

The dark face of South Africa's illegal mining

In recent times, the issue of illegal mining and the so-called 'invasion of the Zama Zamas' has received much more attention, as the extent of illegal mining, and the negative impact of organised criminal gangs involved in …

Misamis Oriental illegal mining left 'massive excavation, …

MANILA, Philippines — Authorities arrested last May 13 a total of 18 suspects — five of them Chinese — and seized several pieces of heavy equipment in a raid on illegal mining operations on

Num accuses government of failing to end illegal mining

The National Union of Mineworkers (Num) has accused the government of failing to put an end to illegal mining. The union was reacting to a continuing stand-off between the police and illegal miners underground in an abandoned mine in Stilfontein, in the North West province.. Hundreds of zama-zamas are reportedly refusing to come to the surface from a …

What to know about a standoff between police and illegal …

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South African authorities are embroiled in a standoff with an unconfirmed number of illegal miners who remain underground at an abandoned mine, apparently fearing arrest by police officers deployed at the site.

ILLEGAL MINING AS THREAT TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN GHANA…

Within the past few decades, Ghana's mining sector specifically the small scale mining subsector has been marred by controversies mainly due to its threat to sustainable development.

FEATURE: Illegal mining booms, as Nigerian govt eyes …

President Bola Tinubu has long blamed illegal mining for funding weapons purchases and worsening conflicts in the north-west of the country. Community groups, …

Govt slaps Xinfeng with criminal charges over illegal mining

Chinese-owned mining company Xinfeng is facing criminal charges over illegal mining in Namibia. This comes after the Ministry of Mines and Energy took steps, including reporting …

Opinion: The Damning Menace of Illegal Mining in Ghana

Public-Private Partnerships: Collaborate to invest in water treatment and regulate mining pollution at the source. Community Empowerment: Engage communities in monitoring illegal mining, using success stories to inspire others. Rehabilitation of Water Bodies: Restore contaminated ecosystems through reforestation and purification.

Illegal mines, pollution and a thirsty global …

Illegal small-scale gold mining in Ghana has been linked with the destruction of the environment and illness. Now it could affect the election.

Illegal mining in Indonesia: need for robust legislation …

mining activities promises benefits to the community, this activity leads to illegal mining. n the third quar- i ter of 2022, more than 2700 illegal mining locations were classified into 2645 mineral and 96 coal mines (mineral, 2022). six illegal gold mining sites occur in Bulungan district, north Kalimantan (Zakaria, 2022).

Illegal mining | No funding for Stilfontein machinery

Story by Estelle.Bronkhorst ... WATCH: Illegal mining | Official rescue operation has not begun in Stilfontein. According to letters from miners underground, more bodies are pilling up.

South Africa's illegal gold miners are locked in an …

That's how an unknown number of unauthorized miners — believed to be in the hundreds — have been surviving for weeks, possibly months, over a mile deep underground in a disused mine shaft in...

How They Did It: Uncovering a Vast Network of Illegal Mining …

While observers suspected that the country's devastating economic crisis had made the problem of illegal mining worse, it was hard to grasp the real magnitude of the problem. ... You must credit the author, link to the original story, and name GIJN as the first publisher. For any queries or to send us a courtesy republication note, write to ...

The Dystopian Underworld of South Africa's Illegal Gold Mines

Welkom, once an economic engine of the apartheid state, emerged as an early—and especially dire—hot spot for illegal mining. Since 2007, officials in the Free State province, where Welkom is ...

DENR chief Loyzaga says case buildup ongoing on Paracale illegal mining

This is a small-scale mining processing operation. So, as you know, in terms of the small-scale operations, there's a heavy local government and local community component," Loyzaga said at a Palace press briefing. Loyzaga said she believes the presence of other foreigners is "a very great possibility" in illegal mining in the Philippines.

What to know about a standoff between police and illegal …

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South African authorities are embroiled in a standoff with an unconfirmed number of illegal miners who remain underground at an abandoned mine, …

Exploring South Africa's Illegal Mining Crisis in Stilfontein

Illegal miners, known locally as Zama zamas, have been a persistent challenge in South Africa for decades, emerging in the wake of large mining companies closing down less …