Welcome to the first installment of our In Focus series, where we explore the key issues shaping responsible mineral supply...
The Unintended Costs of Mineral Embargoes in Democratic Republic of Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has long been at the center of global debates over conflict minerals. As the...
Spotlight on the Kayonza Mine in Uganda
Nestled in Central Uganda’s Kassanda District, the Kayonza mine site is a bustling hub of activity. Managed by the Kitumbi-Kayonza...
Empowering Traders for Responsible Artisanal Gold Sourcing in Côte d’Ivoire
Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASM) plays a significant role in Côte d'Ivoire, contributing to livelihoods in many communities. The...
New Project Supports ICGLR and Its Member States to Improve Mineral Resource Governance
The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) and IMPACT are kicking off a new, four-year, European Union funded...
New Project Supports Democratic Republic of Congo’s Artisanal Mining Communities to Safeguard Ecosystems and Adapt to Climate Change
Democratic Republic of Congo is pivotal in the global fight against climate change as it contributes to meeting demand for...
How Taxation Discourages Legal Trade in DRC: Opportunities for Reform
High taxes and arduous administrative burdens are pushing artisanal mining actors across Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) into informality and...
Côte d’Ivoire takes action to combat mercury use in Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining
Côte d'Ivoire acts to reduce mercury pollution from its artisanal gold mining sector Over half a ton of mercury is...
Lack of Accessible Financing Options for Artisanal Miners Fuels Informal and Illicit Gold Trade
New report highlights how access to finance for communities is a key component to the success of any formalization and...
Building Economic Security through Community Savings in Burkina Faso
There is an urgent need for financial services in artisanal gold mining communities. Formal financing such as banks or microfinance...
How Peace Hubs can Improve Women’s Security in Mining Communities
Artisanal mining often takes place in areas where security and human rights are at risk. Women make up 30 percent...
Financial Inclusion in Burkina Faso’s Artisanal Gold Sector: Workshop Highlights Project Results
54 Village Savings and Loans Associations established as part of Foundations for Peace project to support objective of responsible artisanal...