Chimbolo Gold Mine

Chimbolo Gold Mine is a gold mining site in the Central African Republic that garnered international attention after an attack involving Chinese employees. It is noted as one of the key gold mining operations in the region.

CCI Score

-48.70

0.03% April 18

Latest Event

Chimbolo Gold Mine Security Lapses Expose Worker Vulnerability

On March 19, 2023, an armed attack at the newly opened Chimbolo Gold Mine in the Central African Republic resulted in the deaths of nine Chinese citizens. Reports indicated that the mine employed only 10 security guards in a highly volatile conflict zone, exposing its workers to severe risks.

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Chimbolo Gold Mine is currently rated as a Quisling.

-44 to -59 CCI Score

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Latest Events

MAR

19

2023

Chimbolo Gold Mine Security Lapses Expose Worker Vulnerability
-48.70

On March 19, 2023, an armed attack at the newly opened Chimbolo Gold Mine in the Central African Republic resulted in the deaths of nine Chinese citizens. Reports indicated that the mine employed only 10 security guards in a highly volatile conflict zone, exposing its workers to severe risks.
-60

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 31

The Chimbolo Gold Mine’s decision to operate in a high-risk area with inadequate security measures (hiring only 10 guards) demonstrates a disregard for worker safety. This negligence significantly contributed to the vulnerability of its workforce, culminating in the deaths of nine workers, and reflects poor labor relations and human rights practices.

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