CeSIS appeals to mining companies to deepen community engagements on compensation

According to the group, mining is a critical industry for the global economy, but its impact on local communities is often a cause of concern.

CeSIS, in a presentation, shed some light on the issue through its findings on the impact of mining on local communities in Obuasi.

The presentation was aimed at educating participants on the rights of the affected communities and the actions that need to be taken by mining companies.

The research further found out that some of the communities were not equipped to negotiate with mining industries operating in their area.

The Executive Director of CeSIS assured participants that, their research will also emphasize the urgent need to ensure that the rights of local communities affected by mining operations are respected and that they receive fair and adequate compensation.

In most cases, the indigenes stated that, the rights of the affected communities were ignored, coupled with inadequate compensation and resettlement packages provided to many of the communities.

The research conducted by CeSIS revealed a number of problems affecting local communities from the impact of the mining industries.