One of the most significant impacts of mining activity is the migration of people into a mine area, particularly where the mine represents the single most important economic activity. The success of some mining migrants in these areas has encouraged others to migrate to mining communities in search of jobs.
To understanding the push and pull factors of migrating to mining communities, Owoahene Acheampong of WADR Partner station, Royals FM Wenchi, spoke to
Emmanuel Ofori, a migration expert.