Examining the ‘Golden’ Practices of Small-Scale Mining

About the authorGeorge Okyere Ofosu completed his PhD work at Justus Liebig University, Giessen, Germany. He is currently employed at Brunel University, London. His research interest spans across the broad areas of the extractive industry and international business in emerging markets.

• Introduction.- Literature Review: Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM).- Research Context - Ghana.- Methodology.- The land reclamation processes and the mutually beneficial consequences to local mining communities.- Water quality management at OMCL.- Working conditions and labour relations at OMCL.- Conclusion.