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Ghana: The Obuasi Stand-Off

Illegal miners have invaded three of Ghana's gold mines in recent months. We visit the biggest to hear why.

Illegal miners have invaded three Ghanaian gold mines in recent months. We visit the largest where some locals are claiming that the land is rightfully theirs. The multinational owners disagree and are demanding the military force them off their concession. For its part, the government has remained largely silent, until now. Ed Butler visits the mine and speaks to all sides in a dispute that could have big implications for Ghana's economy and security.

(Photo: A man stands at the entrance to a mine)

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