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DPM ’ s recognition of itself as a huge part of the economy in which it operates , emphasising the importance of financial stability and corporate responsibility .

The company dedicates itself to the use of efficient energy , recycling and waste minimisation , outsourcing of work to local businesses where appropriate , ensuring operations benefit locals and minimise risks to the community , and that environmental remediation and economic improvement are always a priority .

Improvements to infrastructure , public health , and education regarding projectsare to be implemented early .

All business practices will be conducted at the highest possible ethics and transparency standards .

In summer 2016 , DPMs Vice President and Managing Director Zebra Kasete was interviewed for Lela Mobile , and discussed

with Rosalia David many of these aspects , as well as the future of Dundee Precious Metals Tsumeb .

“ Any international company operating in a local community needs to be appreciative towards their host community ,” he explained . “ Corporate social responsibility is crucial to Dundee Precious Metals Tsumeb . As a foreign company , we believe in investing part of our proceeds into the community in which we operate . With the administrative assistance from the Namibian Chamber of Commerce and Industry ’ s local branch , the Tsumeb Community Trust has provided grants to over 80 small Namibian-owned businesses that have in turn employed and trained a significant number of Namibians who might otherwise be unemployed .

“ Dundee has contributed approximately N $ 15 million to a public-private partnership with the National Housing Enterprise to build 67 houses for ownership by

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