Ethiopia — home to Africa''s second-fastest growing economy — is experiencing significant foreign interest in its mining sector, even though the bloody Tigray conflict has only recently come to an end. The country''s geology shows …
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This report applies the Governance of Commodity Chains (GoCC) frame-work to examine sand mining in the Alage and Sankura districts of Ethiopia. It explores the stakeholders involved, governance structures, and socio- ecological impacts through the …
201925· By far the largest mining endeavor globally is digging up sand, mainly for the concrete that goes into buildings. But this little-noticed and largely unregulated activity has serious costs — damaging rivers, wreaking havoc on …
2016526· Sand and gravel materials are often used in Ethiopia''s construction sector. However, the impacts of sand mining on the water body''s habitat and biodiversity are not yet considered in the country. In this paper, we study how sand mining activities at Lake Tana and its inflowing rivers affect the environment and spawning grounds of the endemic Labeobarbus …
Ethiopia — home to Africa''s second-fastest growing economy — is experiencing significant foreign interest in its mining sector, even though the bloody Tigray conflict has only recently come to an end. The country''s geology shows …
6.1.3 Ethiopia Construction Sand And Gravel Market Revenues & Volume, By Synthetic Sand, -2031F 6.2 Ethiopia Construction Sand And Gravel Market, By End Users
Sand and gravels are the unrecognised foundational material of our economies. They are mined the world over, with aggregates accounting for the largest volume of solid material extracted globally (Peduzzi, 2014; Beiser, ). At the same time, these materials cannot be produced from our terrestrial, riverine and marine environments in quantities needed to meet demand …
1. The document discusses opportunities for developing silica sand resources in Ethiopia. Silica sand has various industrial uses and Ethiopia has significant silica sand deposits. 2. Three major silica sand occurrences are described in the document: the Fetera, Mugher, and Enticho deposits. The Fetera deposit has estimated reserves of 30 million tons and is described in further detail. …
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2024730· Silica sand is an essential industrial mineral composed predominantly of quartz, formed through the weathering of rocks. In Ethiopia, silica deposits are geologically …
The Government of Ethiopia aims to develop a diverse minerals industry to drive industrial growth, create jobs, enhance gender equality, and reduce poverty. It …
430· A crackdown by Chinese authorities on illegal sand mining on the Yangtze river this year uncovered two dozen gangs involving more than 200 people and revenues of more than Rmb17m ($2.6m).
202566· This study presents an experimental investigation of the physio-mechanical properties of agricultural soil in Bukito Kebele, Loka Abaya woreda of Sidama Regional state, Ethiopia.
ABSTRACT Sand mining is a crucial activity supporting infrastructure development and economic growth; however, its environmental impact raises significant concerns. This research explores the adverse effects of sand mining operations on ecosystems, water resources, and biodiversity while emphasizing the need for sustainable practices. The study employs multiple research …
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202411· Sand is a strategic natural resource that plays a key role in delivering ecological services, protecting biodiversity, promoting economic growth, and supplying means of subsistence. This study investigates the relationship between sand mining, land-use change, economic growth, environmental policy stringency, urbanization, biodiversity loss, and …
Ethiopia’s mining sector has undertaken a major reform programme in recent years. The reform is designed to make it easier than ever to invest in Ethiopia, encourage exploration and mining, and unlock the sector’s full potential and value. The reform includes geodata management, transparency and ease of licensing process and the artisanal mining sector among others. …
20241221· The global sand market size reached around USD 165.75 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.30% between 2025 and 2034 to reach nearly USD 252.52 Billion by 2034.
2013130· Sand mining and irrigation canals are potential problems for the survival of Labeobarbus spp. of Lake Tana. Sand is being excavated from main feeder rivers of Lake Tana and their smaller tributaries to be used in the construction industry. Some of these sand mining sites are important breeding grounds for the migratory Labeobarbus spp.
202411· Sand is a strategic natural resource that plays a key role in delivering ecological services, protecting biodiversity, promoting economic growth, and supplying means of subsistence. This study investigates the relationship between sand mining, land-use change, economic growth, environmental policy stringency, urbanization, biodiversity loss, and …
328· Mingist M and Gebremedhin S (2016) Could sand mining be a major threat for the declining endemic Labeobarbus species of Lake Tana, Ethiopia? Singapore Journal of Tropical
430· A crackdown by Chinese authorities on illegal sand mining on the Yangtze river this year uncovered two dozen gangs involving more than 200 people and revenues of more than Rmb17m ($2.6m).
328· Mingist M and Gebremedhin S (2016) Could sand mining be a major threat for the declining endemic Labeobarbus species of Lake Tana, Ethiopia? Singapore Journal of Tropical
Sand mining can cause erosion and habitat disruption. Ethiopia’s regulations, while improving, require stricter enforcement to ensure sustainable practices, especially in water-intensive washing processes.
2016526· Sand and gravel materials are often used in Ethiopia''s construction sector. However, the impacts of sand mining on the water body''s habitat and biodiversity are not yet considered in the country. In this paper, we study how sand mining activities at Lake Tana and its inflowing rivers affect the environment and spawning grounds of the endemic Labeobarbus …
This report was commissioned with the aim to assist the Government of Ethiopia (GoE) in its efforts to develop the mining sector. Thus, the report has been produced in .
Although trucks, lorries, trailers, and other vehicles were sometimes used to transport sand, Chinese-made Sinotrucks, which can carry 16 cubic meters of sand, dominated sand transportation in both mining sites in Ethiopia.