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Govt Shuts Down Kabwe Mining Plant for Environmental Violations 1 Mining in Zambia Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

Govt Shuts Down Kabwe Mining Plant for Environmental Violations

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The Zambian government has taken decisive action against environmental violations by suspending operations at the Ferro Alloys Corporation Limited in Kabwe. During a visit by Minister of Green Economy and Environment, Hon. Eng. Collins Nzovu MP, numerous infractions were uncovered, including dust pollution, poor slag management, and the discharge of plant effluents into the open environment. The company, which processes manganese ore to produce silicon manganese, was also found to be mixing coal and charcoal during production. The Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing pollution in Kabwe, a city… Read More Here
4IR Technologies to Boost Competitiveness of Africa’s Mining Industry 2 Mining technology Battery Metals Cobalt Copper Diamond Environment Social Governance (ESG) Equipment & Technology Gold International 

4IR Technologies to Boost Competitiveness of Africa’s Mining Industry

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In addition to serving as an important aspect of the global energy transition, critical mineral resources represent a crucial source of revenue for many African nations. As a result, the continent is well-positioned to leverage and embrace Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies – including artificial intelligence (AI), automation, data analytics and predictive modeling – to optimize production processes, enhance decision-making and render its mining sector more competitive globally. Set to define the future of mining, real-time data analytics provide additional insights into underlying mining systems and enable short interval control… Read More Here
ARSP Takes Action, Eliminates 1,200 Companies from Kinshasa's Subcontracting Market 3 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) Mining Policy 

ARSP Takes Action, Eliminates 1,200 Companies from Kinshasa’s Subcontracting Market

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After the results of the control carried out in the subcontracting sector in Kinshasa, the Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP) published the list of 1,200 subcontracting companies now banned from operating.  These are considered irregular at a time when the Congolese state loses around 8 billion US dollars each year. “We launched judicial police officers on the ground and at the end of the control, we deregistered 1,200 subcontracting companies which were not eligible for the subcontracting market.  These were companies that worked illegally and most… Read More Here
DRC urged to apply past lessons for Sustainable Battery Mineral extraction 4 Mining in DRC Battery Metals Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

DRC urged to apply past lessons for Sustainable Battery Mineral extraction

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In the pursuit of battery minerals across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and other African nations, the mining industry is being urged to apply past lessons to ensure sustainability and positive local impact. Vis Reddy, Chairman of SRK Consulting South Africa, has highlighted the progress made in international best practices, particularly in community engagement. In response to these challenges and opportunities, SRK Consulting (SRK) will have representatives from its DRC, South Africa, and China branches attending the upcoming DRC Battery Metal Forum in Kinshasa, where these crucial topics will… Read More Here
ZEMA Cancels Mwembeshi Resources' Decision Letter for Lower Zambezi Mining 5 Mining in Zambia Environment Social Governance (ESG) Mining Policy 

ZEMA Cancels Mwembeshi Resources’ Decision Letter for Lower Zambezi Mining

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The Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) has taken a significant step by issuing a Notice of Cancellation of Decision Letter to Mwembeshi Resources Limited, regarding their large-scale mining operations in the Lower Zambezi National Park under Licence No. 15547-H9-LML in Luangwa District. In an announcement that reverberated through environmental and mining circles, ZEMA informed that the decision letter, numbered ZEMA/EIA/EIS/726, had been canceled due to the failure of Mwembeshi Resources Limited to address observed breaches to the conditions stipulated within the original Decision Letter. This move comes after a series… Read More Here
ERG Africa's Boss Mining Signs Community Development Plan Agreement in DRC 6 Mining in DRC Corporate social responsibility Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

ERG Africa’s Boss Mining Signs Community Development Plan Agreement in DRC

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ERG Africa’s Boss Mining entity has taken a significant step towards sustainable community development by signing its Cahier des Charges with its surrounding communities in Haut-Katanga. The official signing of the five-year social development plan, held on 24 August 2023 in Kambove, marked the culmination of consultation and dialogue between Boss Mining, local communities, and government stakeholders. The participative dialogues and extensive consultations, facilitated by external consultants, began in May 2022. The signing ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Mr Orphée Mikombe, Acting Chief of Staff of the Minister… Read More Here
DRC: ARSP Transfers Chinese Executives Linked to Fraud at TFM and KISANFU 7 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) Mining Policy 

DRC: ARSP Transfers Chinese Executives Linked to Fraud at TFM and KISANFU

Constance
A clear case of fraud has been uncovered by the senior management of the Authority for Regulation of Private Sector Subcontracting (ARSP) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Chinese executives of the company CCECAS are accused of using their driver as a nominee shareholder to disguise their operations under a partnership agreement signed with Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) and Kisanfu, both subsidiaries of the CMOC Group. Following investigations carried out by the Judicial Police Officers of the ARSP and subsequent working sessions chaired by the Director General, Miguel… Read More Here
ERG Africa signs Community Development Plan Agreement at COMIDE in the DRC 8 Environment Social Governance (ESG) Corporate News Mining in DRC 

ERG Africa signs Community Development Plan Agreement at COMIDE in the DRC

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COMIDE commits to community initiatives that will deliver sustainable socio-economic benefits to its host communities over the next five years On 9 August 2023, ERG Africa’s COMIDE asset, committed to its Community Development Plan Agreement (Cahier des Charges), which outlines sustainable development initiatives benefitting 16 communities. The signing ceremony, which was held on COMIDE’s site in the Lualaba Province, was attended by the Honorable Pierrot Mwimbi, Vice-President of the Lualaba Provincial Assembly; His Excellency Mr Deodat Kapenda Wa Kapenda, Provincial Minister of the Interior (representing His Excellency Mr Jacques Kaumba… Read More Here
DRC Mines Seek Water Stewardship Collaboration 9 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

DRC Mines Seek Water Stewardship Collaboration

Constance
While the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is abundant in water, the mining industry faces significant water-related challenges, particularly concerning the impact of dewatering on groundwater levels, according to SRK experts. The rapid growth of the mining sector in the DRC, driven by the increasing demand for battery minerals, has intensified the issue. With multiple mines opening in close proximity to one another and extending deeper into the ground to access orebodies, larger volumes of water are being pumped to the surface. This process affects both the aquifers from which… Read More Here
The Positive Impact of Responsible Mining 10 Gold Environment Social Governance (ESG) International 

The Positive Impact of Responsible Mining

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Effective and equitable socio-economic development worldwide would not be possible without the transformative contribution of responsible mining, Barrick president and chief executive Mark Bristow said on Tuesday July 25th. Speaking at the group’s third annual Sustainability Update, Bristow said Barrick’s sustainability strategy was geared to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and in line with its commitment to transparency, its recently published Sustainability Report for 2022 showed how its operations contributed to or impacted on specific SDGs. “We believe mining is the flywheel of development and therefore the entire industry is essential… Read More Here

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