Over the next two days, the regional committee members will: ✅ Review country-specific recommendations, ✅ develop a regional roadmap to act on RINR findings and, ✅ propose redesign of the six tools to keep them effective and adaptative for today’s challenges.

The six tools of the ICGLR Regional Initiative against the illegal exploitation of natural resources (RINR) aimed at breaking the link between armed conflicts and revenues from natural resources. Learn more about the tools here https://t.co/JSBQZM3Bwr

The ICGLR Regional Committee on natural resources is holding a two-day special meeting in Entebbe. MS are resuming deliberations to further review the report assessing the level of implementation of the six tools of RINR. @EUinBurundi @IMPACTtransform #GIZ

Together, we’re shaping the future of artisanal & small-scale gold mining in Uganda that is healthier, more equitable, & more sustainable. @planetGOLD_UG is supported by @theGEF led by @UNEP executed by @IMPACTtransform in partnership with @nemaug & @MEMD_Uganda's Dep. of Mines.

Last week’s @planetGOLD_UG Annual Stakeholders’ Meeting highlighted renewed support for mercury-free technologies, deeper collaboration with artisanal miners, and continued action toward Minamata Convention goals. Together, we can make mercury history! #MakeMercuryHistory

As Zimbabwe advances the Mines and Minerals Bill 2025, we recommend a phased approach to formalizing artisanal and small-scale miners. Build compliance capacity while supporting access to finance, skills, and safer operations. 👉🏾 https://t.co/mCvFDOskHq

These savings groups reduce dependence on exploitative lenders. Greater financial stability gives women protection, equality, and a voice. Economic empowerment is effective in ending violence and inequality. https://t.co/A80jMg5L4X #16DaysOfActivism

In Burkina Faso’s artisanal #gold mining communities, women and men are changing this reality by setting up Village Savings and Loan Associations. More than 1,300 members, primarily women, have joined forces in 54 groups to save, lend, and support each other. #16DaysOfActivism🧵

Economic insecurity can make #women vulnerable to gender-based violence. Without financial independence, it is more difficult to escape unsafe situations, access justice, or make decisions regarding work and wellbeing. #EndGBV #16DaysOfActivism 🧵

🧵ASM has distinct operational, economic, & social characteristics. Lack of recognition leaves the path to formalization unclear. @planetGOLD_Zim's latest publication calls for the acknowledgement of artisanal miners in the Mines & Minerals Bill 2025:

🤔Did you know? The Mines & Minerals Bill 2025 doesn't recognize or make provisions for #artisanal miners, leaving room for ambiguity as to whether they are to be considered as small-scale miners or to be treated separately 🧵

#GBV undermines safety, equality, & progress. In ASM communities, women & men are collaborating to shift norms, prevent abuse, & protect rights. @IMPACTtransform supports community driven solutions that create lasting change. https://t.co/zQEYX4y4wD #16DaysOfActivism #NoExcuse

📢A vital call to action by Irene Batebe from the government to all Artisanal and Small-scale Miners at the @planetGOLD_UG meeting: "Your health, again, is your wealth." #MakeMercuryHistory

"The @planetGOLD_UG project is engaging local communities, promoting responsible mining, & building capacity. This meeting is vital for shaping the ASGM's future." @UNEP's Altanbagana Bayarsaikhan, #MakeMercuryHistory

Leaders at the annual stakeholders' meeting affirm their commitment to mercury-free mining in ASGM! 🤝 Collaborative efforts between miners, government, @IMPACTtransform, @planetGOLD_UG, @MEMD_Uganda & @nemaug are making a difference! #MakeMercuryHistory

The @nemaug Executive Director, Dr Barirega Akankwasah, closed the meeting with a powerful message to the miners: "Your willingness to engage openly is commendable." @nemaug is committed to supporting this transition from mercury through guidance and compliance assistance. 🤝

The vision is clear: @nemaug aims to ensure Uganda’s mining sector "becomes a model of responsible mining in Africa and world at large." We will continue working together to achieve this goal, balancing economic growth with environmental integrity.

#DrAkankwasah: "As we leave this national engagement, let us remember that this is not the end of a meeting, but beginning of a journey. This journey will demonstrate that environmental sustainability & economic opportunity aren't competing choices, but complementary goals."

Together, we’re turning commitments into action. @planetGOLD_UG is supported by @theGEF led by @UNEP executed by @IMPACTtransform in partnership with @nemaug & @MEMD_Uganda under Department of Mines.

The @planetGOLD_UG Annual Stakeholders’ Meeting was successfully concluded! The day revealed that strong collaboration of the project with government, miners, private sector & development partners is driving real progress toward a mercury-free, safer, & more inclusive ASGM sector