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During the first railway convoys, ITS SARL deployed its satellite tracking system, enabling step-by-step monitoring of cargo transportation until final delivery. This innovation marked a major milestone for SNCC SA:

• Railway traceability: each wagon was continuously geolocated, reducing risks of loss or delay.
• Logistics security: real-time monitoring strengthened trust among commercial partners and clients.
• Operational optimization: collected data improved planning and streamlined operations.

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ITS SARL’s participation illustrates the commitment of Congolese enterprises to embrace digitalization and infrastructure modernization. As a sister company of Ubuntu Metals, ITS SARL demonstrates how synergy between private actors can generate solutions tailored to local realities while meeting international standards.

Impact and Outlook

This collaboration paved the way for:

• Railway innovation in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
• Public-private partnerships that strengthen infrastructure modernization.
• Technological expansion of traceability solutions into other strategic sectors, such as road and maritime transport.

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In 2023, Ubuntu Metals launched its flagship initiative, the Ubuntu Mine Program, at Cemadeco, marking a turning point in the transformation of artisanal mining practices in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This program was designed to align local mining operations with international standards of ESG compliance, OECD guidelines, and advanced traceability systems.

Training Artisanal Miners to Global Standards

Through Ubuntu Mine, artisanal miners were trained to adopt responsible practices that meet the expectations of both local and international buyers:

• ESG compliance: miners learned to integrate environmental, social, and governance principles into daily operations.
• OECD guidelines: training ensured adherence to international frameworks for responsible mineral sourcing.
• ITSci traceability: miners now operate under recognized traceability protocols, guaranteeing transparency from mine to market.
• VitaLink technology: predictive tools were introduced to anticipate mining instability and safeguard lives.

Equipping Miners for Safety and Accountability

Today, artisanal miners at Cemadeco are equipped with:

• Personal protective equipment (EPI) to ensure workplace safety.
• Traceability devices that record and certify the origin of minerals.
• Reporting systems that provide buyers with verifiable data on sourcing and environmental compliance.

This transformation guarantees that minerals extracted are responsibly sourced, environmentally respectful, and aligned with global expectations.

Supplying Responsible Critical Minerals

Ubuntu Metals’ commitment extends beyond local transformation. By aligning with ESG and OECD standards, the company positions itself as a reliable supplier of responsible critical minerals to the United States and other international markets. This initiative strengthens the DRC’s role in the global supply chain while ensuring that artisanal miners benefit from safer, more sustainable livelihoods.

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Ubuntu Metals stands out as a mining company committed to fairness, inclusivity, and responsibility. In a sector often challenged by transparency and sustainability, Ubuntu Metals provides its partners with access to reliable, traceable, and secure sources of minerals, ensuring confidence across the supply chain.

Equitable and Inclusive Mining

Ubuntu Metals operates with a philosophy rooted in equity and inclusion:

• Fair mining practices that prioritize the well-being of artisanal miners and local communities.
• Inclusive partnerships that empower stakeholders at every level, from miners to international buyers.
• Community development initiatives that ensure mining benefits extend beyond extraction to social progress.

Reliable and Traceable Sourcing

Partners working with Ubuntu Metals gain access to minerals sourced through systems that guarantee transparency:

• Traceability solutions that certify the origin of every product.
• Secure supply chains that meet international standards and buyer expectations.
• VitaLink technology, a predictive tool that anticipates mining instability and ensures operational continuity

Guaranteeing Responsible Minerals

By combining traceability, security, and ESG compliance, Ubuntu Metals provides buyers—both local and international—with the assurance that their minerals are responsibly sourced and environmentally respectful. This commitment positions Ubuntu Metals as a trusted partner in the global supply of critical minerals.

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