Small-scale Mining, Rural Subsistence and Poverty in West Africa

Small-scale Mining, Rural Subsistence and Poverty in West Africa
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Publisher : Practical Action
Total Pages : 364
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Download or read book Small-scale Mining, Rural Subsistence and Poverty in West Africa written by Gavin M. Hilson and published by Practical Action. This book was released on 2006 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Critical assessment of initiatives in the development of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) in ECOWAS countries (Economic Community of West African States). Emphasises the need to understand the socioeconomic conditions, environmental and policy issues in order to achieve sustainable development. Gives case studies from selected Anglophone and Francophone countries.


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