Our Commitment

KMC is committed to conducting mining and processing activities in a responsible manner in strict compliance with Zimbabwean laws and regulations and continuous improvement in accordance with IRMA Responsible Mining Standards. We embed environmental, social and governance requirements into daily decisions and field operations through a unified management system.

Governance Structure

Board/management oversight: To set up the Sustainable Development Committee to review annual targets, significant risks and improvement plans to ensure that key issues go directily to top management. The results of deliberation shall be formed into written resolutions and followed up.

Division of functions: Responsible persons are designated for the modules of environment, water resources, tailings, community and human rights, occupational health and safety, security and emergency response, and supply chain compliance. Each module is responsible for preparing the annual plan and reporting the progress quarterly.

Policy system: The Company has issued policies and procedures covering dimensions E, S and G (see "Policies and Reports") to provide a unified basis for on-site operations, contractor management and information disclosure.

KMC has developed an environmental protection management policy and a complete environmental protection management system, and has carried out environmental management system certification (ISO 14001) in accordance with international best practices, covering climate change, greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity, etc.

Management Method (PDCA)

Identification and assessment: Based on the results of Environmental and Social impact Assessment (ESIA), combined with regulatory requirements and stakeholder feedback, we systematically identify major environmental and social risks in the company's operations and clarify the corresponding management priorities.

Objectives and plans: set KPIs around water use efficiency, tailings safety, community communication effeiency, work-related injury rate, etc., and form an action plan with time limit and responsible person. Plan to review quarterly and adjust when necessary.

Implementation and training: Through sound management procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs), the Company clarifies the responsibilities and requirements of each link, and provides regular training for employees and contractors to ensure consistent and effective implementation of management measures. Personnel in key positions shall hold certificates and participate in re-training as planned.

Monitoring and correction: Conduct routine monitoring, internal audits, and incident reviews. Major deviations trigger Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA). Improvements and lessons learned are incorporated into the next planning cycle.

Information disclosure and improvement: publish annual due diligence report and key monitoring information points, respond to external concerns and include them in the improvement list.

Stakeholder Participation

We maintain regular communication with the community, employees, suppliers and the government, and disclose information and consult opinions before implementing important projects. The grievance and remedy channels support anonymity and prohibit retaliation, and the process is transparent.

Scope Of Application

The disclosure covers mining, processing, tailings management, controlled activities prior to product shipment and delivery, as well as contractors and transportation links that we control or can influence. For issues that are not applicable, we will explain the reasons.

What We Disclose

The governance structure, key risks and responses, major KPI trends and improvement progress, and significant events and correction status are disclosed annually. Please refer to the "Policies and Reports" page for details.