Dr. Emmanuel Makumba Mali Emmanuel Makumba Mali (PhD) ICGLR Director for the Democracy and Good Governance programme (DGG), is representing the ICGLR Executive Secretary, Amb. João Samuel Caholo João Samuel Caholo at the ongoing High-Level Strategic Workshop on “Enhancing the ICGLR Regional

On #InternationalDayOfNonViolence, we recognize women in artisanal mining who work for peace amid insecurity. When women have safety, control over income, and a voice in decisions, communities are stronger and more resilient. 🔗: bit.ly/4085iMz

1/2 Every gram of mercury avoided is a step toward healthier communities & a safer environment. At #planetGOLDUganda, we’re raising awareness on mercury-free alternatives & supporting miners to adopt them thus protecting people, water, and their livelihoods. #MakeMercuryHistory

2/2 Thanks to these awareness sessions, miners like Monica & her peers are switching to mercury-free methods like wet pan mills & borax. “We will live longer, our children will be healthier, and our food will be clean,” she says.

Great to see planetGOLD Zimbabwe bringing ASGM #communities into the heart of national mining discussions at Mine Entra 2025. Change happens when partnerships translate into action. planetGOLD Programme UN Environment Programme Global Environment Facility (GEF)

We are #Hiring! We’re hiring a Communications Officer to support storytelling, media outreach, and awareness campaigns promoting mercury-free artisanal gold mining. Read more and Apply here: bit.ly/2JLGHFO #Jobs

Exciting #opportunity for communication experts in Zimbabwe! planetGOLD Zimbabwe is hiring. Apply today!

Licensing operations of ASMs is the road to formalization of the sector, a goal #planetGOLD_UG strongly believes in. Congratulations to BUDUMICS, MUMA & West Peak on receiving your new small-scale mining licences!

1/2 At Buhere mine site in Namayingo District, women are leading the way toward safer, responsible gold mining. We recently engaged them on strengthening their cooperative, adopting protective measures while mining, & avoiding mercury use. #WomenInMining #GenderInclusion

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📢 A new analysis of planetGOLD comprehensively reviews strategies taken up in 9 countries—providing deep observations, takeaways, & recommendations that current & future initiatives on artisanal & small-scale gold mining can learn from. 🔻 Learn more 🔻 planetgold.org/new-report-exa…

Après deux années de travail, le projet de Développement Intégré du Secteur Minier (DISM II) a pris fin. Le projet a été mis en œuvre par GOPA PACE Consulting Group et IMPACT.

Résultats clés : 👉🏾Mise en place d’un système participatif de suivi des incidents sur les sites miniers 👉🏾Création d’un comité local de suivi basé sur les communautés et les coopératives

What are some of the most promising strategies and activities that can help more responsible, #mercury-free practices take hold in the artisanal and small-scale #gold mining sector globally? Read this report by planetGOLD Programme to find out! ⬇️

#HappeningNow: We are hosting our first Annual Stakeholder Conference, bringing together government, civil society, miners, and policy experts to strengthen dialogue across the artisanal and small-scale gold mining (#ASGM) sector.🧵

🧵The event also marks the launch of Strengthening the Mines and Minerals Bill: Advancing Reforms for the Benefit of Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Miners in Zimbabwe, which highlights key reforms proposed for the Mines and Minerals Bill 2025. bit.ly/4o91tTp🧵

E.M.A Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife UN Environment Programme Global Environment Facility (GEF) 🧵“planetGOLD Zimbabwe demonstrates the immense potential of clean technology in the gold mining sector, helping thousands of local miners to make their practices more efficient, clean, and inclusive.” - Ambassador of Canada to Zimbabwe, His Excellency Adler ARISTILDE🇨🇦

Proud moment for the planetGOLD Uganda! Our project manager, LYNN GITU joined the Stakeholder Panel & Plenary Interactive Dialogue at the Renewable Energy Conference & Expo 2025, contributing sharing insights on how the ASGM sector aligns with Uganda’s development priorities.

We are hiring! The part-time IT Consultant will provide hands-on technical support, maintenance services, and inventory updates on a call-in basis. Deadline: November 10, 2025

The forced break-in by Ugandan security forces into BOBI WINE’s hotel room in Lira is a grave violation of international law. Such actions breach multiple provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)—to which Uganda is a state party—including: