CongoInvestor.com and CongoInvestor Media are committed to upholding the highest standards of human rights, including the fight against modern slavery, forced labor, and human trafficking in all forms.
We recognize that as a media platform with international reach, we have a responsibility to ensure that our operations and business relationships are free from practices that exploit individuals or violate their dignity.
1. Our Commitment
We are committed to:
- Preventing any form of slavery, forced labor, or trafficking in our supply chain and operations.
- Promoting transparency and ethical conduct in all areas of our business.
- Raising awareness of modern slavery risks, especially in sectors linked to our reporting—such as energy, mining, infrastructure, and labor markets.
2. Scope of This Statement
This statement applies to:
- All operations and activities under CongoInvestor.com
- Staff, freelancers, contributors, and service providers
- Third-party contractors, advertisers, and sponsors where applicable
3. Editorial Integrity
CongoInvestor.com maintains strict editorial policies that prohibit:
- Publishing or promoting any content that condones exploitative labor
- Accepting advertising from organizations known to violate labor rights
- Collaborating with contributors or sources engaged in unethical labor practices
Our editorial team is also encouraged to investigate and report on issues related to:
- Labor exploitation and unsafe working conditions
- Child labor, trafficking, and forced labor practices
- Government or corporate failures to uphold human rights
4. Our Supply Chain
Though we are a digital-first media company with a limited physical supply chain, we contract third-party services for:
- Web hosting and IT infrastructure
- Marketing and communications
- Freelance writing, graphic design, and editorial services
We vet key suppliers for compliance with labor laws and expect them to follow ethical standards aligned with international conventions such as:
- The International Labour Organization (ILO) Forced Labour Convention (No. 29)
- The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- The UN Global Compact principles
5. Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
CongoInvestor.com conducts ongoing assessments of risk within:
- Contributor recruitment and compensation practices
- Service provider contracts and outsourcing arrangements
- The industries and countries we cover editorially
We reserve the right to suspend relationships with third parties found to be in violation of anti-slavery policies.
6. Training and Awareness
While our team is small, we provide internal awareness on:
- Identifying indicators of modern slavery
- Reporting unethical practices in journalism or sourcing
- Encouraging coverage of labor rights and human dignity
7. Reporting Concerns
Any employee, contributor, or partner who suspects modern slavery or unethical labor practices may be taking place in connection with CongoInvestor.com is encouraged to report the issue confidentially by contacting us through our dedicated page.
We treat all reports seriously and take appropriate action.
8. Future Action
We are committed to:
- Strengthening supplier vetting processes
- Encouraging more investigative coverage on labor rights
- Periodically reviewing and updating this statement
- Collaborating with partners who share our commitment to human rights
9. Approval and Governance
This statement has been approved by the leadership of CongoInvestor.com and will be reviewed annually. It reflects our commitment to compliance with applicable human rights standards and modern slavery legislation.
