Dr.

Frank Bannor, Head of Research at the Danquah Institute, has cautioned against a blanket ban on small-scale mining, arguing that such a move would have dire consequences for Ghana's economy.

In an interview on Bdawam Show on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Dr.

Bannor underscored the substantial contribution of small-scale mining to employment, economic growth, and Ghana's foreign exchange reserves, emphasizing that banning it would undermine these critical sectors.