How important is it to be a socially responsible mining operation ? Teranga Gold , the first and only operating gold mine in Senegal , firmly places social responsibility at the heart of the matter
The key to success as a corporate citizen in Senegal , Teranga Gold Corporation believes , is earning the right to operate in any region the company conducts business .
For any mining company , the importance of corporate social responsibility ( CSR ) and the duty to be a good corporate citizen are things that simply cannot be ignored . The very success of a mining operation is often only achieved through a commitment to CSR and creating a lasting legacy for the community in which they operate .
For Teranga , CSR is inherent to the very core of the Company ’ s mission statement and is embodied in its name . The word “ Teranga ” translates into hospitality and friendliness in Wolof , the local language of Senegal , West Africa .
The Canadian-based gold mining company owns and operates Sabodala , the only commercial gold mine and mill in Senegal .
Sabodala is a + 200,000-ounce gold operation with a 13.5-year mine life and a reserve base of 2.6 million ounces . The Company ’ s long term goal is to expand its operations in not only Senegal but in other countries in French West Africa and become a mid-tier gold producer .
Setting the CSR benchmark Owning and operating the only large-
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