Effects of Quarry Activities on some Selected Communities …

During the commissioning of the largest quarry in West Africa in the Brong-Ahafo Region of Ghana on 29 May 2009, the minister for Lands and Natural Resources reiterated that the Ministry was mindful of the legitimate concerns of the surrounding communities of the potential impacts usually associated with quarry operations such as blasting ...

Investigation into the Employment Status, Granite Future …

In Ghana the oldest quarry worker in Ghana is the Quarry Manager of Twin Rock Ghana limited in the Greater Accra Region, who has spent over 20years. His closest competitor is the Production Manager of Eagle Star Enterprises Limited – Quarry Division in the Western Region of Ghana; who spent over 17years in the quarry business.

Groundwater quality assessment in the Northern and Upper East Regions

Groundwater is a major source of drinking-water supply in most developing countries including Ghana. Groundwater samples were collected from boreholes from fifty-seven (57) communities in the Northern and Upper East regions of Ghana between October 2016 and March 2017. Physico-chemical parameters and heavy metals, such as Fe, As, Cd, Pb, Mn, …

ESTIMATING THE REVENUE POTENTIAL OF THE …

A sample of quarrying companies across five regions of Ghana was selected from a database of quarries operating in Ghana. To independently verify the production volumes of quarry aggregates from quarrying companies, truckloads of quarry aggregates directly sourced from the sampled quarries were used as proxies for production.

Top Private Schools in Upper West Region Ghana

The Upper West Region of Ghana is characterized by its unique cultural diversity and stunning landscapes. In the realm of education, the region has made significant strides in recent years, with a focus on improving access to quality …

GOVERNMENT OF GHANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT …

The Upper West Region until the creation of the six (6) additional regions was the youngest region of the ten (10) old regions. The Region lies between longitude 1o 25'' West and 2o 45''East and latitudes 9o 30'' N and 11oN in the north- western part of Ghana. It is bordered to the South by

REGIONAL ANALYTICAL REPORT

The Regional Analytical Report for the Upper West Region is one of ten regional reports aimed at making data available to planners and decision makers at the regional and district levels. In addition to presenting district profiles, the report also discusses the social and economic dimensions of demographic variables.

Upper West Region

The Upper West Region of Ghana is located in the north-western corner of Ghana and is bordered by Upper East Region to the east, Northern Region to the south, and Burkina Faso to the west and north. The Upper West regional capital and largest settlement is Wa. The Upper West was created by the then Head of State, Flight-Lieutenant Jerry Rawlings in 1983 under …

Cheshire Quarry | Welcome

Our business goal as a stone quarry company is to become the number one choice of construction companies in Ghana to whom we can supply crushed granite, dimension granite, …

West African Quarries commence aggregate production

The West African Quarries Limited (WAQL), has begun full-scale production of aggregates in the Shama District of the Western Region. Located at Atta-Ne-Atta, the …

Effects of Quarry Activities on Some Selected

Region of Ghana . Vincent Kodzo Nartey ... During the commissioning of the largest quarry in West Africa in the Brong-Ahafo Region of Ghana on 29 ... surrounded by Yilo Krobo in the west, Upper Manya

The Upper West Region of Ghana

The Upper West Region of Ghana was created in 1983, when the then then Upper Region was divided into two administrative sectors. The region is bordered by Burkina Faso in the North. The landscape is broad savannah grasslands, the region is a more traditional region. The capital of the region is Wa, which is also

EVALUATION OF STUDENTS SOURCES OF FINANCING HIGHER EDUCATION IN GHANA

PDF | On Nov 30, 2018, Abdul MoomenPantah and others published EVALUATION OF STUDENTS SOURCES OF FINANCING HIGHER EDUCATION IN GHANA: A SURVEY OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN THE UPPER WEST REGION ...

NGOs and sustainable rural development: experience from Upper West …

The Upper Wes t Region is situated in the savannah zone in the north-western part of Ghana. The region is boarded to the north by Burkina Faso, to the east by the Upper East

List Of All Senior High Schools In Upper West Region

Ghana Education Service News Updates, Scholarships and More. Primary Menu . News; Education; Sports; Opinion; Tech; Search for: ... We have compiled the list of all senior high schools in the Upper West region its location, school type, and email address or contact address. S.N: REGION: SCHOOL: LOCATION: GENDER: RESIDENCY: EMAIL ADDRESS: 1 ...

Climate change in Upper East Region of Ghana; Challenges …

Climate change in Upper East Region of Ghana; challenges e xisting in farming practices and new mitig ation policies 535 adverse effect of weather extremes could be minimized if farmers' access ...

Quarry for Sale in Ghana

Search in Quarry for Sale in Ghana Sell faster Buy smarter Sell Jiji. Property. Land & Plots for Sale. 53 results for Quarry for Sale in Ghana. Location All Ghana Price, GH₵ min max Under 12 K • 1 325 ads 12 - 30 K • 5 302 ads 30 - 150 K • 8 837 ads ...

The Upper West Region

The Upper West Region of Ghana has a different feeling, as a more traditional region. The capital of the region is Wa which is also the seat of the Wa Naa, Paramount Chief of the Walas. The magnificent palace still stands as stately as it did when it was first built in the 19th century. Where the Upper West Region is located in Ghana

Stone quarries: What safety measures are in place? (Part 2)

Today, we take readers through some quarries in the Eastern, Volta and Northern regions. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says quarries in the Volta and Northern …

Health insurance enrolment in the Upper West Region of Ghana

Toward achieving universal health coverage, Ghana's national health insurance has been acclaimed as a pro-poor scheme, yet been criticized for leaving the poor behind. ... Health insurance enrolment in the Upper West Region of Ghana: Does food security matter? Int J Health Plann Manage. 2019 Oct;34(4):e1621-e1632. doi: 10.1002/hpm.2857.

Mawums Limited

The company is in the process of establishing another quarry at Arigu in the Northern Region to serve the three Northern Regions of Ghana. International environmental standards are integrated into all aspects of Mawums quarry operations as part of …

Exploded quarry in Shama was operating illegally

An explosion at the STA Addsam quarry mine, formerly Omini Quarry, in the Shama District in the Western Region, has killed four persons and left many injured.

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Welcome to Maso Quarry Maso Quarry is a leading supplier of quarry material in Ghana. We operate one of the largest quarries in the country. The quarry is located at Nsawam in the Eastern Region of Ghana. We produce aggregates (crushed rock, quarry dust and gravel) and Cement Blocks. Our principal markets are in Accra, … Continue reading "welcome"

Eastern Quarries Limited

Eastern Quarries Limited has been part of the De Simone Group since it was acquired from Ghacem in 1984. The company has since developed into one of the largest distributors of …

Maso Quarry

The quarry is located at Nsawam in the Eastern Region of Ghana. We produce aggregates (crushed rock, quarry dust and gravel) and Cement Blocks. Our principal markets are in Accra, …

Environment, Migration and Food Security in the Upper West Region of Ghana

The Upper West Region (UWR) is the poorest region in Ghana and covers a geographical area of approximately 18,478 km 2, which constitutes about 12.7% of the total land area of the country. Whereas 39.5% of Ghanaians live below the official poverty line, in the UWR this is much higher, ranging from 79 to 96% across the region, including 96 to 99 ...

Upper West region of Ghana | GhanaTRVL

The Upper West Region of Ghana in the country's northwest is known for its mountainous terrain, rolling hills, and savannah grasslands. It is the gateway to Ghana from Burkina Faso and a traditional crossroads for the Trans-Saharan trade routes. The capital city is Wa. Visitors can expect to hear the local languages of Dagaare, Sisaali, Waali, Chakali and Birifor spoken …

Upper West Region

The Upper West Region of Ghana is located in the north-western corner of Ghana [6] and is bordered by Upper East Region to the east, Northern Region to the south, and Burkina Faso to the west and north. The Upper West regional capital and largest settlement is Wa.The Upper West was created by the then Head of State, Jerry Rawlings in 1983 under the …

Market participation of smallholder maize farmers in the …

Northern Ghana, which includes the Northern, Upper West and Upper East regions, is poorly endowed with natural resources and the income per capita of its population falls well below the national average. The Upper West region is among the poorest and least developed regions in Ghana having the least average

Rocks here, rocks there, rocks everywhere

The Upper East Region is located in the northern part of Ghana and it is one of the 16 administrative regions of the country, occupying a total land surface area of 8,842 square kilometres or 2.7 per cent of the total land area of Ghana. ... Pwalugu Rocks & Upper Quarry. ... this type has great economic potential in the West African sub region ...