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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240427
DTSTAMP:20260407T174648
CREATED:20250513T121215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T121344Z
UID:10000011-1713916800-1714175999@developmentminerals.org
SUMMARY:East and Southern Africa Regional Consultative Workshop: Towards an Artisanal and Small-scale Mining Continental Strategy
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image media=”149777″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”208503″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”490023″]The Programme supported the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) in organizing a regional workshop to discuss the artisanal and small-scale mining strategy for East and Southern Africa. \nThis consultative workshop supported the implementation of the African Mining Vision (AMV) within the artisanal and small-scale mining sector by proposing a strategy to address new and emerging challenges\, refining activity options\, and harmonizing outcomes at sub-regional and country levels.  \nDuring the workshop\, participants engaged in validating a baseline assessment and a value chain analysis of Development Minerals in Tanzania. The two analyses included a detailed profiling of the ASM sector and a review of relevant legal\, policy\, and institutional frameworks governing ASM in Tanzania. The analyses also addressed the environmental\, health\, safety\, and socio-economic impacts of ASM\, and emphasized gender-inclusive strategies to promote equal opportunities for both men and women within the value chain in Tanzania. \nPolicy discussions also focused on aligning the ASM sector with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)\, particularly to enhance women’s participation. The event also promoted networking and capacity-building among media practitioners to improve reporting on AMV activities while reflecting on regional implementation strategies and drawing lessons from countries in East and Southern Africa.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/east-and-southern-africa-regional-consultative-workshop-towards-an-artisanal-and-small-scale-mining-continental-strategy/
LOCATION:Dar es Salam\, Tanzania
CATEGORIES:Tanzania
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260407T174648
CREATED:20250528T084448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T151450Z
UID:10000015-1713139200-1713398399@developmentminerals.org
SUMMARY:Forum on Sustainable and Inclusive Mineral Value Chains\, South-South Cooperation and Knowledge Sharing
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image media=”150177″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”177994″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”134948″]The international Forum on Sustainable and Inclusive Mineral Value Chains addressed the importance of enhancing artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) practices\, specifically focusing on Development Minerals which support livelihoods in numerous countries. Organized by the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme\, implemented by the United Nations Development Programme\, and hosted by the Government of Zambia\, the forum brought together over 140 participants from 30 countries.    \nThe forum enabled knowledge exchange among various stakeholders\, including government representatives\, UNDP country office representatives\, environmental agencies\, ASM associations\, mining enterprises\, chambers of mines\, international organizations\, NGOs\, academic institutions\, and private sector entities. Key topics included sustainable ASM practices\, governance tools\, ASM and large-scale mining linkages\, value-addition innovations\, digital market integration\, mineral information management\, and the role of critical minerals in clean energy transition.    \nThe outcomes of the forum included knowledge sharing\, innovation exchange\, policy advocacy\, and networking to foster collaboration and advance sustainable and inclusive mineral value chains. [/vc_column_text][vc_gallery el_id=”gallery-438232″ type=”carousel” medias=”150178\,150191\,150190\,150189\,150188\,150187\,150186\,150185\,150184\,150183\,150182\,150181\,150180\,150179\,150192″ carousel_lg=”5″ carousel_md=”3″ carousel_sm=”1″ gutter_size=”2″ media_items=”media|lightbox|original” carousel_v_align=”middle” carousel_interval=”0″ carousel_navspeed=”400″ carousel_nav=”yes” carousel_nav_mobile=”yes” carousel_dots=”yes” stage_padding=”0″ single_overlay_opacity=”50″ single_image_anim=”no” single_h_align=”center” single_padding=”2″ single_icon=”fa fa-plus2″ single_border=”yes” lbox_gallery_arrows_bg=”semi-transparent” lbox_caption=”yes” lbox_social=”yes” lbox_deep=”yes” lbox_no_tmb=”yes” no_double_tap=”yes” items=”e30=” uncode_shortcode_id=”102574″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/forum-on-sustainable-and-inclusive-mineral-value-chains-south-south-cooperation-and-knowledge-sharing/
LOCATION:Lusaka\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260407T174648
CREATED:20250528T090114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T223713Z
UID:10000016-1713139200-1713398399@developmentminerals.org
SUMMARY:Exhibition of Development Minerals
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image media=”150200″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”793165″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”192966″]Alongside the Forum on Sustainable and Inclusive Mineral Value Chains\, South-South Cooperation and Knowledge Sharing\, the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme organized an exhibition on Development Minerals.  \nThe exhibition showcased products made from Development Minerals by ASM enterprises from several African\, Caribbean and Pacific countries\, demonstrating the impact of the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme in promoting economic empowerment and job creation.[/vc_column_text][vc_gallery el_id=”gallery-181504″ type=”carousel” medias=”150201\,150202\,150203\,150204\,150882\,150881\,150880\,150879\,150878\,150877\,150876\,150875\,150874\,150873\,150872\,150871\,150870\,150869\,150867\,150866\,150865\,150864\,150863\,150862\,150861\,150860″ carousel_lg=”3″ carousel_md=”3″ carousel_sm=”1″ gutter_size=”3″ media_items=”media|lightbox|original\,icon\,caption” carousel_interval=”3000″ carousel_navspeed=”400″ carousel_nav=”yes” carousel_nav_mobile=”yes” stage_padding=”0″ single_overlay_opacity=”50″ single_padding=”2″ uncode_shortcode_id=”669246″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/exhibition-of-development-minerals/
LOCATION:Lusaka\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Zambia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260407T174648
CREATED:20240412T075515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T075532Z
UID:10000020-1712880000-1712966399@developmentminerals.org
SUMMARY:Launch of the Digital Geodata Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image dynamic=”yes” caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”206394″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”208649″]In partnership with the European Union (EU) in the Pacific and the Pacific Community (SPC) the Programme supported the Mineral Resources Department (MRD) of Fiji to develop and launch its Geodata Digital Library to digitize geological data in Fiji. The Programme further supported the MRD through donation of a high-end scanner to digitize publications which can now be uploaded and accessed through the Geodata Digital Library. This will significantly improve geodata management across the country and will allow external researchers and developers within Fiji to access relevant publications\, promoting greater collaboration and knowledge sharing.  \nCurrently\, access to the geodata library is limited to users within Fiji.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/launch-of-the-digital-geodata-library/
LOCATION:Suva\, Fiji
CATEGORIES:Fiji
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240126
DTSTAMP:20260407T174648
CREATED:20260305T142910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T142937Z
UID:10000052-1706140800-1706227199@developmentminerals.org
SUMMARY:Training on Formalization\, Environment\, Health and Safety
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_venue” field_elements=”value”][vc_column_text]The Programme conducted training on value-addition\, eco-construction and sustainable artisanal mining\, helping strengthen the skills of artisanal and small-scale miners\, particularly those working with earth materials such as laterite and clay.  \nParticipants at the training on value addition\, eco-construction\, and sustainable artisanal mining\, held during the Technical Session on Formalization\, Environment\, Health and Safety.\nThe training focused on value addition\, eco-construction techniques\, formalization of enterprises\, as well as environmental protection\, health\, and safety throughout the mining cycle.   \nThe training was organized by the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme in partnership with the Ministry of Mines. It brought together 52 people\, including miners and ASM organisations\, mineral sector stakeholders.  \nParticipants gained practical skills to produce suitable local building materials\, reduce environmental impacts\, and better manage health and safety risks. The sessions combined technical presentations\, practical exercises\, and interactive discussions\, helping participants apply safer\, more sustainable\, and better-organized mining practices.  \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/training-on-formalization-environment-health-and-safety/
LOCATION:Brazzaville\, Republic of Congo
CATEGORIES:Republic of Congo
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230928
DTSTAMP:20260407T174648
CREATED:20250617T140928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T142015Z
UID:10000021-1695686400-1695859199@developmentminerals.org
SUMMARY:Knowledge-Sharing Workshop on Challenges and Opportunities for the Development Minerals Sector
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image dynamic=”yes” caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”862836″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”599067″]This workshop\, dubbed the “pre-SAMAO workshop” contributed to the advancement of Burkina Faso’s Development Minerals sector. Jointly organized by the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme\, UNDP Burkina Faso\, and the Ministry of Energy\, Mines and Quarries\, the event assembled 150 stakeholders and technical experts. It facilitated structured South-South knowledge transfer among ACP-EU Programme partner countries\, targeting sectoral optimization through analytical discourse. \nThe primary objectives of the workshop centered on accelerating formalization of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Enterprises (ASMEs); value chain enhancement for Development Minerals; Environmental\, Health\, and Safety (EHS) standardization across community-impact operations; promotion of climate-resilient\, economically viable alternative materials (e.g.\, Stabilized Earth Bricks for circular economy/zero-waste applications); and SME growth and employment generation\, specifically addressing youth and women’s unemployment through sustainable enterprise models. \nTechnical sessions during the workshop focused on four domains: \n\nASME formalization methodologies\nEHS best practices in mineral extraction and processing\nCircular economy Integration via stabilized earth brick production\nSand value chain optimization for national economic integration\n\nThe workshop established a foundational technical dialogue preceding the 5th SAMAO Mining Conference\, directly aligning with strategic imperatives for sectoral resilience\, inclusive growth\, and environmental governance within Burkina Faso’s development minerals landscape. \nPresentations were made by the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme (UNDP)’s staff\, ASMEs from Cameroon\, academia and researchers from the University of Dschang; regulators from the Republic of Congo\, Burkina Faso and Tanzania\, as well as the expert from UNEP-GRID Geneva. The highlights of the workshop were the practical demonstration sessions in making compressed earth bricks from laterite\, demonstration of energy-efficient cooking stove from clay made in Cameroon\, as well as technical guidance for production of clay pottery. The event also served as a platform to conduct training for trainers on environmental\, health and safety issues\, and on a zero-waste approach to laterite quarrying. \nThe workshop had strong ownership by the Ministry of Mines\, Energy and Quarries\, strong South-South collaboration orientation and vibrant exchanges. For the first time\, artisanal miners\, potters\, policy makers and practitioners from across the four focus countries met in person to share knowledge on critical issues pertaining to the sector such as formalization\, extension services\, policy making as well as hands on training on value addition through knowledge transfer from Cameroon to new focus countries of the Programme. The workshop generated enormous interest from the participants from Burkina Faso\, Cameroon\, Chad\, Congo Brazzaville and Tanzania. \nSpeaking of the pre-SAMAO workshop at the opening ceremony\, the representative of the EU Delegation in Burkina Faso said that “supporting such an activity makes the organization proud…; several delegations will share their experiences; this is something that is very important”. \nThe Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy\, Mines and Quarries\, Burkina Faso\, said in closing: “In many jurisdictions\, the legislative framework is geared towards issues relating to large-scale mining. Regulation of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) is often limited to title issues with very little provision for other aspects – from a sustainability and viability perspective. ASM has long been practiced as a source of income\, and the process of formalization drive is beginning to emerge only now.” He also highlighted the importance of the African Mining Vision (AMV) in “creating a mining sector that exploits the potential of mining artisanal and small-scale to advance integrated and sustainable rural socio-economic development.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/knowledge-sharing-workshop-on-challenges-and-opportunities-for-the-development-minerals-sector/
LOCATION:Ouagadougou\, Burkina Faso
CATEGORIES:Burkina Faso
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240206
DTSTAMP:20260407T174648
CREATED:20250409T082753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T085238Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation to Produce Low-Carbon Materials in Garoua\, Cameroon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ content_parallax=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”133335″][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”2″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”196016″][vc_separator sep_color=”color-210407″ uncode_shortcode_id=”488145″ sep_color_type=”uncode-palette”][uncode_custom_fields post_type=”tribe_events” field_elements=”value”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”175217″][vc_single_image media=”148431″ caption=”yes” media_width_percent=”100″ alignment=”center” uncode_shortcode_id=”161921″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”839934″]From January 28 to February 5\, 2023\, a study mission was conducted in Garoua\, Cameroon\, as part of the “Green Mining” initiative\, supported by the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme.  \nThe East\, Far North\, and North regions of Cameroon are facing a severe housing deficit exacerbated by security crises. Cement is essential for producing eco-friendly compressed\, or stabilized\, earth bricks\, which can replace fired bricks produced by burning large quantities of trees and vegetation. However\, as cement is transported from far away\, it is very costly in distant regions.  \nThe mission explored the technical feasibility of producing LC2 (limestone calcined clay)\, a low-carbon cement variety\, sampled locally available raw materials and tested the use of LC2 in stabilization of earth bricks. It examined the possibility of establishing a pilot unit for low-carbon cement production and developed a roadmap.  \nIt concluded that minerals\, materials and expertise needed for eco-construction are locally available\, and that low-carbon cement production is feasible on both artisanal and semi-industrial scales. Moreover\, it was found that it is possible to produce cement using biomass and biogas. The initiative to introduce low-carbon materials production in these regions also has a strong potential for job creation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://developmentminerals.org/event/innovation-to-produce-low-carbon-materials-in-garoua-cameroon/
LOCATION:Commune Garoua\, North region\, Cameroon\, Cameroon
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