The Traceable Gold Blockchain Pilot

In the precious metals industry, proving the ethical origin of raw gold is one of the most significant challenges. As a leader in responsible sourcing based in Goma, we believe that embracing innovation is key to solving this. That is why in 2023, we launched The Traceable Gold Blockchain Pilot in Haut-Uele Province, DRC. This cutting-edge initiative is our commitment to moving beyond promises and providing undeniable, technology-backed proof of a transparent and conflict-free supply chain.

In partnership with a forward-thinking tech NGO, this pilot program leverages the power of blockchain technology. Working with a verified artisanal cooperative, each ethically sourced and weighed batch of raw gold is assigned a unique, tamper-proof digital identity on an immutable ledger. This creates a fully traceable ‘mine-to-market’ journey, recording every step from the cooperative’s collection point through to final verification. Every transaction and movement is timestamped and permanently recorded, creating an unchangeable history of the gold’s provenance.

The impact of this technology is transformative. For the mining cooperative, it provides a powerful tool to certify their ethical practices and gain access to premium markets. For our clients, it offers the ultimate assurance of integrity. Through a simple scan of a QR code, the end buyer can see the full, verified history of their gold, confirming its origin and its 100% conflict-free status. This project is more than a pilot; it’s the future of transparent and responsible sourcing, and we are proud to be at the forefront of this movement.