In 2007 we set a number of objectives. We report our performance against these in the table below.
| Objectives for 2007 | Performance in 2007 | Achieved or not achieved | The next steps |
|---|---|---|---|
Further refinement of community relations and social development management system. Additional modules will be developed as required to cover issues including:
| Roll–out of the community and social development management system was achieved during the year. | Partially achieved | Both the resettlement and compensation and human rights and security modules will be completed and implemented in 2008. The cultural heritage and sacred sites module will be completed in 2008. |
| Addressing issues arising from small–scale and artisanal mining, including human rights concerns. In 2007, the focus will remain on continued implementation of the company’s strategy, particularly at Geita, Obuasi, Siguiri and in the DRC. | Progress made at various sites, although several incidents of conflict occurred in Ghana, and land/pit invasions were experienced at Siguiri, Geita and in the DRC. | Partially achieved | Ongoing discussions are being held at international, national and local levels to reach acceptable solutions. |
| Alignment of security arrangements with the Voluntary Principles on Security, a process which should be completed by mid-2008. | Training of security personnel begun at all high-risk operations. Internal review of alignment against voluntary principles undertaken at key operations. | Partially achieved | The process should be completed by the end 2008. |
| Increased emphasis on local economic development activities will continue in 2007 in line with the management targets set for key operations. | Process continued in 2008. | Achieved | The company will continue to look for opportunities for supporting sustainable local economic development. |
AngloGold Ashanti Annual Report 2007 – Report to Society