AVZ Discussion 2022

[Charbella]

US, UK and EU legislation: Certain US, UK and EU laws are also relevant for companies active in the DRC, including:

• the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and Section 1502 of the US Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act;
• the UK Bribery Act; and
• the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation.

Depending on the type of mineral traded – tin, tungsten, tantalum or gold – these laws impose extensive supply-chain due diligence obligations on both upstream and downstream companies.

 

[Frank]

 

[Frank]

 

[Frank]

 

[timb89]

They are not.

I can't imagine it's not on their radar.

 

[pow4ade]

I think it's counter productive. But if you stop that won't stop the others from continuing who are smahing out the negative Tweets every hour of every day and tagging everyone in the DRC cabinet.

Agreed, it's completely counter productive IMO.

Publicly identifying the DRC as a corrupt environment for mining investment is at best an altruistic gesture, a public service more in keeping with the role of NGOs primarily motivated by concerns for the downtrodden. Whereas investors are primarily in the business of money, not love.

At worst, such spamming presents as personal therapy sessions for embittered investors, or losers. It may make them feel better but that's about all. To unrelated readers it reflects more on the poster then their intended targets.

Would appreciate if one of these spammers could explain exactly how they figure such a negative campaign directly benefits AVZ, as it pertains to resolving our current plight.

Maybe I'm missing something so feel free to enlighten me because right now I ain't feeling it.

 

[Hodlandwin69]

They are not.

Hahahah ok, if you say so

 

[TDITD]

 

[BEISHA]

In the sun-drenched villages of Sub-Saharan Africa, an extraordinary relationship unfolds between the number twelve and the very essence of community. This mystical bond transcends numerical significance, weaving unity, harmony, and cosmic interplay into the fabric of their existence.

Time, guided by twelve lunar months, becomes intertwined with the agricultural heartbeat of these villages. The cyclical dance of planting and harvesting aligns with the celestial symphony, drawing the villagers into a profound connection with the Earth's rhythms. The wisdom of generations past guides them as they sow seeds and reap the rewards, honoring the eternal bond between humanity and nature.

Wtf?

 

[cruiser51]

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Is that how it feels when you have to soar with turkeys?

 

[Winenut]

In the sun-drenched villages of Sub-Saharan Africa, an extraordinary relationship unfolds between the number twelve and the very essence of community. This mystical bond transcends numerical significance, weaving unity, harmony, and cosmic interplay into the fabric of their existence.

Time, guided by twelve lunar months, becomes intertwined with the agricultural heartbeat of these villages. The cyclical dance of planting and harvesting aligns with the celestial symphony, drawing the villagers into a profound connection with the Earth's rhythms. The wisdom of generations past guides them as they sow seeds and reap the rewards, honoring the eternal bond between humanity and nature.

I am so glad we have you here.........you great big trickster-pony

Lest we should exist in a vacuum of unenlightened prose without a connection to the wonderous world of fairy dust and unicorn poo to sustain us through these dark and often troublesome times....

 

[geo_au]

I was in two minds about whether to post this or not, but I figure I may as well. Its second-hand and could be biased by the individual's personal feelings about the company, so as always take with many a grain of salt:

So, one of my close relatives had a conversation recently with a former mining colleague who later went on to work with AVZ Minerals. Though not working there now, that individual said that AVZ were slowing their management operations down to focus on the legal/arbitration challenges, as "things weren't looking good". They said he didn't seem convinced of a positive outcome.

I'm not going to put his name out there as I wasnt the direct recipient and dont have have permission to do so. Given he is no longer employed there this could be just what he is picking up from former colleagues, or an expression of his own thoughts. It was also prior to the acceptance of the ICSID registration which as many of us think is likely intended to force a negotiated outcome.

Food for thought anyway, and don't shout me down for it. Just passing on for awareness, as it's about as close to a licensed taxi driver as I'm likely to get.

I was in two minds about whether to post this or not, but I figure I may as well. Its second-hand and could be biased by the individual's personal feelings about the company, so as always take with many a grain of salt:

So, one of my close relatives had a conversation recently with a former mining colleague who later went on to work with AVZ Minerals. Though not working there now, that individual said that AVZ were slowing their management operations down to focus on the legal/arbitration challenges, as "things weren't looking good". They said he didn't seem convinced of a positive outcome.

I'm not going to put his name out there as I wasnt the direct recipient and dont have have permission to do so. Given he is no longer employed there this could be just what he is picking up from former colleagues, or an expression of his own thoughts. It was also prior to the acceptance of the ICSID registration which as many of us think is likely intended to force a negotiated outcome.

Food for thought anyway, and don't shout me down for it. Just passing on for awareness, as it's about as close to a licensed taxi driver as I'm likely to get.

Thanks for that Roon but I'm hearing the opposite to what your relative is hearing. I will put it like this; Every dark cloud has a silver lining and we are at the stage where the cloud is clearing and everyone is going to be happy. Sorry, cannot go into detail but I feel good, very good so now it's time to cheer up and forget the past.

 

[Winenut]

Is that how it feels when you have to soar with turkeys?

nah!!!

Just when you run headlong into dickheads

 

[Winenut]

Wtf?

Let me help you with that Beish....

 

[Winenut]

Thanks for that Roon but I'm hearing the opposite to what your relative is hearing. I will put it like this; Every dark cloud has a silver lining and we are at the stage where the cloud is clearing and everyone is going to be happy. Sorry, cannot go into detail but I feel good, very good so now it's time to cheer up and forget the past.

Doing beautifully there Geo

The ability to pop out some classic feel good vibes backed by complete fuck all seems to have been your forte thus far

Consistency

That's what we've been missing!

 

[cruiser51]

nah!!!

Just when you run headlong into dickheads

I know the feeling, that's why I gave up working for a living.

 

[cruiser51]

 

[netoo_sethi]

Any genuine information is helpful @Roon and I take yours as being reliable

The only good thing that has come out of all this, is that we shareholders have gathered enough information on the corruption in the DRC mining sector (including DRC government and mining officials and Chinese companies) that we can come onto the TSE threads and cut and paste any, and as much of, the information we have collected and post it on international mining media platforms for the next 10 years. I know it's sad for the DRR population (especially for the population around Manono), but AVZ tried everything to do the right thing and the corrupt officials in power in the country have made it impossible for us to help them further, other than perhaps telling our storey. I hope there are some shareholders here who will always be around telling our storey

There are a number of mining and investment companies as well as official speakers advertising on the DRC MINING WEEK 2023 Facebook page ahead of the event and Dave Evans began by replying to the following ones, but eventually replied to all those shown in the pictures below….

Ministere des Mines - RDC
DRC Mining Advisory Board Members
The Standard Bank (Lead Sponsor)
Mining Engineering Services (Diamond Sponsor)
Copperbelt Energy (Platinum Sponsor)
Ecobank, Africell, Afritech, GSCongo (Gold Sponsors)

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Hi Dave Evans,
Weel Done. Keep the crank up on the FB page, while I am hammering down on every birth of the DMW tag on Twitter.
Can someone volunteer for LinkedIn?
Thanks.

 

[Xerof]

I think @Xerof is spot on, he gives good advice when he’s not mixing up triple strength margaritas

 

[John25]

At Present i have found a calming mechanism …dont forget …tomorrow is Friday