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Sustainability
We aim to be responsible stewards of the environments in which we operate, the ore bodies entrusted to us by our host communities, and the capital provided to us by our shareholders.
We aim to be responsible stewards of the environments in which we operate, the ore bodies entrusted to us by our host communities, and the capital provided to us by our shareholders.
ESG commitments Our approach
We subscribe to a number of external principles, charters and standards that reflect our values and commitment to ESG principles.
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Sustainability reporting Archive
- Human Rights Report 2023 pdf
- 2023 Form SD with Exhibit pdf , 106.9kb
- Modern Slavery Statement 2023 pdf
- Online Sustainability Summary 2023 www
- Sustainability Report 2023 pdf
- ESG Data Workbook www
- Form SD - Specialised Disclosure Report pdf , 157.2kb
- Conflict-Free Gold Report 2023 pdf , 169.5kb
- 2023 Report to the Plenary Session of the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights pdf , 906.3kb
EXPLORE THIS SECTION
Environment
AngloGold Ashanti understands that demonstrating responsible environmental stewardship is an important aspect of acquiring and maintaining our social licence to operate.
Social
Our social conduct is critical for us to maintain our social licence to operate. The health and safety of our employees and host communities is central to our ability to operate sustainably.
Governance
AngloGold Ashanti is committed to the highest standards of governance, ethics and integrity. Good corporate governance is integral to our sustainability.
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