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Update on the situation in North and South Kivu, DRC
The situation in North and South Kivu, DRC, continues to be a source of great concern as ongoing violence between the Congolese army (FARDC) or ‘Wazalendo’ non-state armed groups on the one side, and non-state armed group M23 and their affiliated groups on the other, continues to significantly impact local communities. ITSCI continues to be deeply concerned about the escalating situation and for the safety of civilians, including our locally based-field teams and member companies, affected by the conflict.
ITSCI reports that M23 have taken possession of an ITSCI office and other equipment and condemns all illegal actions by the non-state armed group
The situation in the DRC is a serious matter of concern. ITSCI continues to deeply regret the escalation of violence in areas of North and South Kivu, DRC, driven by the actions of M23 and associated groups. The offensive has created a critical humanitarian situation and has multiple other serious and negative impacts including the disruption of responsible sourcing activities and development benefiting local communities.
ITSCI strongly condemns all illegal actions by the M23 and human rights abuses by conflicting parties.
ITSCI clarifies the role of its 3T traceability and due diligence programme, addressing Amsterdam & Partners and other reports
The International Tin Supply Chain Initiative, ITSCI, clarifies the role of its 3T traceability and due diligence programme, addressing Amsterdam & Partners and other reports.
Escalating security situation in North and South Kivu, DRC – ITSCI Update
Since our last update on 17th January, the security situation in North and South Kivu has unfortunately escalated. ITSCI deeply regrets the humanitarian crisis currently unfolding in the region.
ITSCI update on the security situation in North Kivu Province
The security situation in North Kivu Province, DRC, remains volatile and continues to evolve rapidly, with important differences from one territory to another. We continue to closely monitor the situation and regularly engage with local authorities in order to...
ITSCI response to October 2024 Global Witness inquiry
On 30th September, ITSCI received a letter from Global Witness indicating their intention to “producing a publication about [their] investigation into the implementation of the EU conflict minerals regulation”, reiterating previous allegations made about the ITSCI...
ITSCI Programme Incident & Outcome Review 2023
Our Incident and Outcome Review report provides an overview of our achievements working with stakeholders in risk mitigation relating to 3T mineral supply chains from Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Rwanda and Uganda from 1st January 2023 to 31st December...
ITSCI update on our work in North Kivu, DRC
The security situation in North Kivu is not uniform across the whole province, nor is it representative of the situation in other provinces across the DRC where ITSCI is working. Understanding this variation is crucial for anyone assessing risks from the region, as it...
Militias rearming in the DRC
The following article by Claire Hawkridge, a development specialist working in southern Africa, was recently published by Al Jazeera. Durban, South Africa - Reports have begun to emerge over the few weeks that rebel groups in the eastern regions of the Democratic...