【Central Afri】Cautious Optimism in the Mining Sector of the Central African Republic
Editor’s NoteThe lifting of the diamond export embargo in the Central African Republic marks a significant step, yet the industry anticipates a slow…
Gold Mining
【North Mara, 】London Gold Body Faces Trial Over Tanzania Miners’ Deaths
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the human cost of informal mining, where economic necessity forces communities into perilous conditions. It is…
【Arequipa, Pe】Deaths in Peruvian Mine Fire Expose Failures of Sustainability Certification
Editor’s NoteThis article examines a critical disconnect between corporate certification and on-the-ground safety practices, following a fatal 2022…
【印度】World Gold Council Members Commit to Enhanced Supply-Chain Transparency
Editor’s NoteThe World Gold Council has announced a significant industry commitment to greater transparency. All 33 of its operating members have…
【Shakiso, Oro】Ethiopia: Companies Long Ignored Pollution from Gold Mine
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights ongoing environmental and health concerns surrounding a gold mine in Ethiopia’s Oromia region. It reports on…
【Switzerland】Where Does Watchmaking Stand on the Sustainability Scale?
Editor’s NoteThis analysis explores the growing imperative for sustainability within the watchmaking industry, examining how brands are responding to…
【Germany】From Gold Panning to Greenwashing: How Sustainable Is Our Jewelry?
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the growing focus on sustainability within the jewelry industry, questioning how “green” adornments can truly…
【Monaco】”Responsible” Gold: Marketing Argument or Real Project?
Editor’s NoteAs demand for ethical sourcing grows across industries, the gold sector is undergoing its own transformation toward transparency and…
【中国】Natural Minerals vs. Tech Pioneers: Which Has More Technological Sophistication?
Editor’s NoteThis article traces the extraordinary journey of gold, from its cosmic origins in asteroid impacts to its geological formation and…
【London, UK】Jewelry Companies’ Sourcing Shows Improvement but Remains Insufficient
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights ongoing concerns in the jewelry industry’s supply chains. While progress in responsible sourcing is noted,…