iTSCi benefits shown in short film “Unconflicted”

The iTSCi Programmes’ field partners (PACT) have launched a short film showing how iTSCi has been working to implement traceability, due diligence and audit systems to ensure conflict free tin and other minerals can be produced in the high risk areas of central...

Conflict free tin initiative announcement

Industry partners convened by the Dutch government today announced their intention to start a conflict-free tin sourcing program in South Kivu. The Conflict Free Tin Initiative aims to create demand for tin from a region whose economy has collapsed due to series of...

iTSCi Programme publishes list of Advisory Panel Members

The iTSCi minerals traceability and due diligence Programme is pleased to announce the first members of the iTSCi Advisory Panel. Current members and a short biography for each can be found here. The iTSCi Advisory Panel is made up of a balance of local and...

Rebel offensive hits DR Congo trade

An offensive by rebels has approached a major eastern DR Congo city and threatens to choke exports of tin ore, gold and other minerals. Fighters loyal to Congolese warlord Bosco Ntaganda have drawn within 40 kilometres of Goma, the capital of the country’s...