EGC Reaffirms Commitment to Ethical and Transparent Artisanal Cobalt Mining Practices
Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC) has reaffirmed its dedication to upholding rigorous ethical, transparent, and responsible practices in artisanal cobalt mining, in alignment with the commitments set forth by the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
In a statement shared with DESKECO.COM, EGC emphasized its ongoing efforts to formalize artisanal cobalt mining with the goal of generating sustainable economic opportunities for local communities.
The company highlighted its initiatives, developed through dialogue with various stakeholders, particularly the creation of pilot sites designed to establish a model for ethical and responsible artisanal mining.
In tandem with these initiatives, community development projects are underway in areas surrounding the pilot sites, aimed at improving the living conditions of local populations. These pilot projects, which could be expanded across the region, focus on:
- Formalizing the artisanal sector to provide dignified and safe working conditions for miners.
- Implementing a traceability system to ensure a transparent supply chain that adheres to international ethical standards.
These efforts are being carried out in full collaboration with the DRC government and a wide range of national and international partners, including Cobalt for Development, the Fair Cobalt Alliance, civil society organizations, and local stakeholders.
Together, these partnerships are facilitating swift and tangible progress in formalizing and improving artisanal cobalt mining practices.
