Participating in this program offers your business a unique chance to improve your operations while making a positive impact. By applying, you can access valuable expert guidance that will help you implement better labor standards and enhance compliance with legal regulations. This investment not only builds a better reputation in the market but also positions your business as a leader in responsible practices—something that’s increasingly important to consumers.

You can utilize the funding for initiatives like training your workforce and establishing higher operational standards. The potential benefits are significant, as these changes could lead to increased efficiency and long-term stability for your business. Additionally, this program aligns with your goals of enhancing the working environment in Tanzania’s gold mining sector, making it a win-win situation for both your business and the community.

Type of Financing
This program offers a grant for a technical assistance project in Tanzania. Grants do not need to be repaid, so you can use the funds to grow your project without worrying about debt.

Repayment Terms and Interest Rates
Since this is a grant, there are no repayment terms or interest rates associated with it. That means you can focus on achieving your project goals without the pressure of monthly payments.

Eligible Expenses
You can use the funds for various eligible expenses, such as:

• Capacity building for stakeholders
• Data collection and dissemination
• Monitoring and reporting on child labor and acceptable conditions of work in artisanal and small-scale gold mining

Ineligible Expenses
Funds cannot be used for personal expenses or costs unrelated to the project goals.

Fees
There are no fees associated with applying for or receiving this grant. It's straightforward support to help you make a difference.

• Location: Business must operate in the United Republic of Tanzania.
• Sector: Business must be involved in the artisanal and small-scale gold mining sector.
• Minimum Employees: No minimum number of employees required.
• Maximum Employees: No maximum number of employees required.
• Minimum Company Revenue: No minimum revenue qualifications.
• Maximum Company Revenue: No maximum revenue qualifications.
• Legal Structure: All legal structures are applicable.
• Profit Structure: All profit structures are applicable.

Disqualifications:

• None specified.

This program aims to address critical issues in Tanzania's gold mining sector, specifically focusing on combating child labor and improving work conditions. With a funding pool of $4 million, this initiative supports projects that enhance laws and policies while providing resources for essential training and technical assistance.

For your business, participating in this program means you can access valuable expert guidance and collaborative opportunities that can strengthen your operations. By improving practices in artisanal and small-scale gold mining, you’ll not only contribute to a better working environment but also align your business with responsible practices that consumers increasingly value.

You can use this funding for training your workforce, implementing better labor standards, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations. The money can help you enhance operational efficiency and build your business’s reputation in the market. While specific payback terms do not apply here, investing in these changes can position your business for long-term success and stability.