Rob Karpati’s Post

I am very happy to be a guest speaker at the Women in Mining Training Institute (WIMTI) session on August 22. Hoping you can join. I will be talking about how artisanal #mining formalization unlocks #sustainabledevelopment in Africa. There are 15 million artisanal miners across the continent, including their families, 75 million people fully supported by #asm. Transitioning toward stable predictable equitable business relationships grounded in solid #governance opens economic doors. 🏹 #mininginvestment - productivity increases are the basis of financial value, with risks managed through diverse targeted project selection 🏹 #impactinvestment - the dignity of work is enhanced - poverty alleviation, improved safety, reduced vulnerability to predatory intermediates 🏹 climate investors - #criticalminerals supply is increased, local deforestation, soil erosion and #mercury contamination are alleviated From a public policy perspective, stable predictable equitable business relationships delivered through formalization is the basis for extended development. Policies encouraging professionalization and local refining and broader industrialization support positive economic shifts. I hope you can join the session and that you find it both interesting and informative. The Blended Capital Group and our partners are committed to reimagining outcomes in artisanal mining. The financial, economic, social and environmental benefits that the sector is positioned to deliver are clear. Now is the time. Reach out to discuss. Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM) Levin Sources BanQu Inc. Napier Meridian Innovest Investing for Good CIC #responsiblemining #esg #sdgs #asgm

🚨 Input Requested by 30 July! 🚨 The UN Secretary-General’s Panel on Critical Energy Transition Minerals is seeking your insights to help shape global principles for sustainable and responsible mineral value chains. 🌍   Artisanal and Small-scale Mining is an important source of rural employment, and has an important role to play in the #justtransition if appropriately enabled. Let´s make sure that the ASM sector´s importance is recognized by the Panel, and VISIBLE in the outcomes the process!  🔹 Panel Timeline: April to September 2024 🔹 Final Meeting: 20-21 August in Nairobi 🔹 Final Report Submission: Early September 2024 💡 How You Can Contribute: Submit your comments via the UN portal by 30 July: UN Portal for Public Comments Link to send your comments: https://lnkd.in/gnbjYUs4 #ASM #EnergyTransition #SustainableMining #CriticalMinerals #UNPanel #responsiblemining European Partnership for Responsible Minerals (EPRM) @PPA, IGFMining, IMPACT, Fair Cobalt Alliance (FCA), GBA, International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED), Pact, Solidaridad Network, IRMA Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance The University of Queensland, The World Bank, OECD - OCDE

🌍AfricaMaVal case studies - In the past months, #AfricaMaVal has released 10 in-depth case studies across several African countries. These studies, conducted by our dedicated project partners, offer a comprehensive mapping of the minerals present in each country, along with insights into the economic and political context and the challenges faced. Whether you're exploring African mineral landscapes or delving into country-specific details, these studies offer valuable insights and actionable data for understanding Africa's mining sector. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ePKaf--c #SustainableMining #AfricanMining Association of Women in Mining in Africa BRGM LNEG Levin Sources HCF International Advisers Ltd DMT GROUP EuroGeoSurveys EIT RawMaterials Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR) NUST Namibia World Resources Forum LGI Sustainable Innovation African Development Bank Group African Minerals and geosciences centre

📢 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞: 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐀𝐒𝐌 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐙𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐰𝐞 As the spotlight on Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) continues to grow, discussions and publications on this sector are increasing. But what’s often missing is hearing directly from the miners themselves. What are their challenges, aspirations, and visions for the future? Our latest report, created as part of the AfricaMaVal project during our capacity-building programme in Zimbabwe (April 2024), brings these crucial voices to the forefront. Through in-depth interviews with key stakeholders—particularly ASM miners involved in lithium extraction—the report delves into the heart of the sector, highlighting three major themes: 💡 Empowering Women in Mining 💡Community & Social Wellbeing 💡Young Miners This publication uncovers the complex realities miners face, the sector’s potential to drive economic growth, and the ambitions of those within it. It calls for a new narrative—one that champions #empowerment, #responsiblesourcing, and #collaboration between local and global stakeholders. A special shoutout to our team: Emanuele Di Francesco, Robin S. Smith Gilli , and Shahrzad Manoochehri, for this great work. 🙌 And a heartfelt thanks to all the ASM miners, Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association, Zimbabwe Association of Women in Mining Associations, the Young Miners Foundation, the Zimbabwe School of Mines, and the entire AfricaMaVal team for making this possible. 📖 Dive into the report. Change the narrative. Support responsible sourcing in the ASM sector. 👉 Download the report: https://lnkd.in/e4i8aCF5? #ASM #Mining #Zimbabwe #Miners

The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) is showcasing lucrative investment opportunities at the AFSIC conference. This event highlights Zambia's diverse sectors, from mining to agriculture, offering potential investors a chance to explore new ventures. Learn how ZDA's participation is opening doors for growth and development in Zambia. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dHCsJUkQ #InvestmentOpportunities #Zambia #AFSIC2024 #EconomicGrowth #MiningNewsZambia

The five valid points raised by Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa) are essential and should be strongly considered in the ongoing reviews and updates of the AMV and AMGF. In particular, the emphasis on addressing #childlabor in hazardous #mining conditions is critical for the future of #sustainable mining in #Africa. Effective #monitoring and #enforcement of the framework’s implementation will be key to its success, especially in ensuring the protection of vulnerable groups, including #women and #children.

Can't Africa's Mining Sector Balance Economic Growth? Navigating this complex landscape requires more... Is Africa's Mining Boom a Blueprint for Sustainable Development or a Missed Opportunity? Africa's mineral wealth is pivotal in the global transition to sustainable energy. But as global mining giants increase their interest, a holistic approach balancing economic growth with social and environmental responsibility is critical. Strategic collaboration, like the #EntrepriseGénéraleDuCobalt in the #DRC, sets new benchmarks in ethical mining. Robust ESG principles, operational excellence, and compliance with international standards are non-negotiable. Navigating this complex landscape requires more than just capital. It demands understanding socio-economic dynamics, regulations, and environmental considerations. Professional consultants play a crucial role in bridging gaps and ensuring investments yield sustainable returns while positively contributing to Africa's development. Having consulted extensively in the African mining sector, We have seen the transformative potential of ethical practices firsthand. In #Zimbabwe, we collaborated with a major company to implement a comprehensive ESG strategy, boosting the local economy through education and healthcare initiatives while enhancing business outcomes. #Botswana's diamond industry and South Africa's renewable energy integration in mines are powerful examples of how responsible mining can drive prosperity and sustainability. Africa's mining sector is at a crossroads. By fostering responsible practices, we can ensure mineral wealth catalyses inclusive growth and sustainable development. Join the conversation: How can we ensure Africa's mining growth is sustainable and beneficial for all? Share your insights! #SustainableMining #AfricaDevelopment #ESG #MiningConsultancy #StrategicPartnership #CorporateResponsibility

Thrilled to be in Lusaka today for the advocacy workshop on Promoting Awareness of Sustainable Mineral Resource Management Governance in Zambia and its Alignment with the Africa Mining Vision (AMV), hosted by the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) with the European Union. Mining contributes about 72% of Zambia's export earnings and 44% of government revenues. More than that, Zambia is strategically positioned in a region rich in minerals, including green/critical minerals. If Africa is to benefit from its green minerals, countries cannot go it alone - regional value chains will be essential. That is why the agreement between Zambia and the DRC to collaborate in developing EV battery value chains is so interesting. The workshop opened with a timely reminder by interim AMDC Director Marit Y. Kitaw of the centrality of Africa's green minerals to the continent's development ambitions. Mtwalo Msoni has done an excellent job taking us through the findings of the report. Wonderful to see the African Mining Vision, African Mineral Governance Framework and other tools making a very tangible difference in how we are able to engage with the mineral governance and value addition debates at country and regional level. Later today, we'll be doing a 'soft launch' of the forthcoming African Green Minerals Observatory, an extremely exciting AMDC initiative we have been supporting. I'll be joined up front by Marit and the always-impressive Claude Kabemba. Big things happening - watch this space! #criticalminerals #africandevelopment #zambia