EMAPE: In Pakouabo, planetGOLD focuses on financing and mercury-free technologies

The 2026 Annual Stakeholders Workshop of the planetGOLD Côte d'Ivoire project took place on September 10, 2026, in Pakouabo, gathering various stakeholders in artisanal mining. The main theme was the transition to mercury-free gold mining, focusing on access to financing and modern technologies. Solutions such as equipment leasing were proposed to help cooperatives invest without heavy financial burdens. Discussions also highlighted the profitability of mercury-free technologies.