AngloGold Ashanti & Mine Site Infrastructure
long after its mines have closed .
For example , AngloGold Ashanti Limited has obtained partnerships with the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo to upgrade the 53 miles of road between the district capital , Bunia , and the company ’ s mine site in Mongbwalu . In the past , the road took three days to travel . Now it only takes three hours , giving the UN and local communities the ability to move freely around the area .
Because AngloGold understand mining operations will eventually cease , the company is dedicated to integrating mine site closure in the designing and implementation of its mine site infrastructure .
“ Through improved integration of closure considerations throughout disciplines and with daily operations , we can strive for effective and efficient closure in accordance with our company values , and deliver on our commitment to stakeholders and communities to establish a sustainable future ,” the company ’ s website states .
In addition , social infrastructure plays a significant importance in mine site planning and design . According to AngloGold Ashanti ,
Establishing local infrastructure to help support the future of local communities
‘ The company not only integrates infrastructure for the mining and processing aspect of operations but also for the mine reclamation ’
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