In view of the next session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) on the human rights situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) under point 10 of the agenda, Justice and Peace and its partners are organizing a webinar aimed at raising awareness among States on the consequences of the failing implementation of the Reformed Mining Code on human rights in the DRC.
The revision of the Mining Code in 2018 marks real progress in the protection of the fundamental rights of communities living around mining projects. This notable legislative development was supported by the desire of President Felix Tshisekedi to ensure the “strict and infallible” application of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
More than two years after the adoption of the new legislation, poor governance coupled with textual inconsistencies still make mining areas places where fundamental rights are not fully respected. This being aggravated by the crisis linked to COVID-19, what observations can we make? What lessons to learn? What directions should we take?
Program
Part 1: Overview of the major mining areas in the DRC: a disappointing observation.
Part 2: The revised mining code: a legislative step forward for improvement.
Part 3: The question of respect for fundamental rights in the mining sector: an issue that must be at the center of international discussions.
Part 4: Questions and answers
Speakers
– Fabien Mayani, Cordaid
– Emmanuel Umpula, Afrewatch
– Gilbert Dhego, Caritas Goma project manager
– Abdul Aziz, High Commission for Mining Issues
Moderated by Diane Crittin, Fastenopfer.
With reactions from:
– Henri Muhiya, CERN
– Sister Célestine from the Artisanal Miners’ Union
Organizers
Franciscans International, European Network for Central Africa (EurAc), Justice & Peace, Dominicans for Justice and Peace.
– Date: the side-event will take place on Monday September 23, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Participants will receive the Zoom link by email.
