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DRC Mines Seek Water Stewardship Collaboration 1 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

DRC Mines Seek Water Stewardship Collaboration

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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 2 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
Kansanshi Mining Celebrates Q2 2023 Waste Reduction and Employee Excellence 3 Mining in Zambia Copper Environment Social Governance (ESG) Mining safety 

Kansanshi Mining Celebrates Q2 2023 Waste Reduction and Employee Excellence

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Kansanshi Mining Plc (KMP) recently held its third employee town hall meeting, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to fostering transparent communication and recognizing the outstanding efforts of its workforce. Led by General Manager Anthony Mukutuma, the meeting focused on discussing the company’s second-quarter performance in various key areas, including safety, production, efficiency, and waste reduction. Amidst the challenges posed by rising input prices, KMP’s dedicated employees demonstrated their commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, making remarkable strides in waste reduction. One of the major highlights of the… Read More Here
felix tshisekedi Gecamines 111 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

DRC President summons mining companies to respect commitments made in the specifications of local communities

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Following a mission to assess the obligations arising from the social and environmental responsibility of mining companies operating in the provinces of Haut-Katanga and Lualaba, the President of the Republic, Félix Tshisekedi, noted, during the Council of ministers of July 7, that the mining companies did not respect certain commitments made in the specifications in accordance with article 285 septies of the Mining Code, paragraph 4, on which the evaluation mission was based. “As part of sustainable development actions in favor of local communities impacted by mining projects, it has… Read More Here
FQM’S Kansanshi Mine hands over K1.2M IN Cheques to six Solwezi Cooperatives 4 Mining in Zambia Copper Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

FQM’S Kansanshi Mine hands over K1.2M IN Cheques to six Solwezi Cooperatives

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First Quantum Minerals’ Kansanshi Mining PLC has handed over cheques amounting to K 1.2 million to six cooperatives engaged in various business activities, with each receiving K 200,000 in a continued effort to effort to support and improve the welfare and livelihood of communities in Solwezi. The mining firm is alive to the fact that Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a major role in most economies, particularly in rural communities, however, access to finance is a key constraint to SME growth, and it is one of the most cited obstacles… Read More Here
Ivanhoe Mines President, Emphasizes Diversity and Sustainability 5 Environment Social Governance (ESG) International Mining in DRC 

Ivanhoe Mines President, Emphasizes Diversity and Sustainability

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President Marna Cloete of Ivanhoe Mines emphasizes that mining plays a pivotal role in the unprecedented global changes occurring today. The transition to a net-zero carbon emissions future relies on a secure supply of minerals, elevating mining’s political significance in a new light. In the face of mounting concerns about climate change and energy availability, the mining industry must explore and develop resources urgently. However, this pursuit also raises age-old questions regarding the ability to mine enough to decarbonize while maintaining environmental sustainability and social responsibility. According to a report… Read More Here
Lead Poisoning in Locally Manufactured Paints: A Threat to Zimbabwean Society 6 International Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

Lead Poisoning in Locally Manufactured Paints: A Threat to Zimbabwean Society

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The Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry and the Environmental Management Agency of Zimbabwe (EMA) recently hosted a multi-stakeholder workshop to reach a shared understanding of the issue. In 2022, the University of Zimbabwe and Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP) conducted a study on the presence of lead in locally manufactured paint. The results revealed high levels of lead in samples that were taken and analyzed. Seventy percent (70%) of oil-based paints sampled from the market contained dangerous levels of lead. Some paints contained more than 100 times… Read More Here
 Kibali advocates responsible Mining production 7 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

 Kibali advocates responsible Mining production

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Cyril Mutombo, the Managing Director of Barrick RDC, discussed the criteria for responsible mining production and exploitation during a sponsored panel held by Glencore on June 16, 2023. The panel primarily focused on mining development plans and the overall impact of sustainable development goals on corporate responsibilities. According to Mutombo, responsible production or mining refers to operations that adhere to established standards and comply with legal requirements. It encompasses meeting environmental standards and ensuring that all stakeholders benefit from the mining activities while respecting the environment. Compliance with legal requirements… Read More Here
DRC: ERG, owner of Boss Mining, protests against ban on its activities for environmental pollution 8 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

DRC: ERG, owner of Boss Mining, protests against ban on its activities for environmental pollution

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For ERG (Eurasian Resources Group), its subsidiary Boss Mining is not responsible for the environmental damage caused recently near the copper mine.  This Luxembourg-based company is therefore asking the Congolese authorities to reconsider their decision to ban Boss Mining’s activities for environmental pollution. “The incident occurred far from the treatment plant, which excludes any form of pollution . The water analyzes carried out following the disaster confirmed the absence of pollution”, defends ERG Africa, quoted by the Reuters agency. For the facts, in March 2023, heavy rains caused the dumping of… Read More Here
DRC'S Minister of Mines Suspends Boss Mining SA Operations over Environmental Pollution 9 Mining in DRC Environment Social Governance (ESG) 

DRC’S Minister of Mines Suspends Boss Mining SA Operations over Environmental Pollution

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In a correspondence dated May 29, 2023, addressed to the Managing Director of Boss Mining SA, the Minister of Mines, Antoinette N’Samba Kalambayi, notified the mining company of the “temporary suspension” of all its mining activities for a period of 3 months. This measure could be renewed if nothing is done to stop environmental pollution. “I have been informed through my department about a series of incidents that occurred on your site on the nights of March 21 to 22 and April 9 of this year. These incidents have caused… Read More Here

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