Case Studies
Gold mining companies are working closely with local communities all over the world to help improve the livelihoods of those living in the vicinity of mining projects.
These efforts have brought a range of long term economic and social benefits to indigenous populations through a variety of means. We take a look at some examples of sustainability best-practice in the industry.
These efforts have brought a range of long term economic and social benefits to indigenous populations through a variety of means. We take a look at some examples of sustainability best-practice in the industry.
Case Study 1 - Educational Improvements in Tanzania »
Due to the basic living conditions and high poverty levels in rural Tanzania, improving educational opportunities for children is extremely challenging and requires a comprehensive multifaceted approach. This is the approach Barrick has taken in the Bugarama Ward, Kahama District where the Bulyanhulu mine is located.
Case Study 2 - Community Development in Ghana »
Gold Fields' strategy to improve and empower the lives of 30,000 local men, women and children living near the company’s mine sites in Ghana has already brought tangible benefits.
