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What happened
Adults and children face forced and child labor risks in artisanal cobalt mining in Haut-Katanga, including hazardous work and inadequate protective equipment. Cobalt from artisanal operations enters supply chains through traders and buying houses, including foreign- and Chinese-owned operations. Accused: Mining operators, traders and intermediaries within cobalt supply chains.
Response and intervention
DRC mining inspectorate investigation. Buying houses fined; limited enforcement. Not For Sale DRC field team.