The East African Council of Elders is a respected institution that bridges African tradition, government policy, and international business relations. With cultural authority and industry expertise, we safeguard Africa’s mineral resources, offering trusted awareness, advisory services, and regulatory guidance to ensure ethical sourcing and fair trade in the African mining sector.
We focus especially on gold (AU) export and trade in East Africa, ensuring transparency, compliance, and risk protection for global investors, buyers, and local stakeholders. By connecting reputable financiers, facilitating government clearances, and promoting sustainable gold mining practices in Africa, we protect communities while building investor confidence and strengthening Africa’s role in the global mineral trade.
We guide investors through every stage of mineral engagement in Africa...
Company Verification through trusted diplomatic and community networks.
Government Liaison to secure permits, licenses, and approvals.
Risk Mitigation with expert cultural, legal, and compliance guidance.
Conflict-Free Trade fully aligned with international standards.
Linking buyers and investors to trusted financial experts...
Providing secure financial pathways when gold exports are delayed or require clearance.
Supporting safe, legal, and transparent payments for cross-border trade.
Ensuring compliance and protection for all parties involved.
Creating trusted networks between miners, governments, and investors...
Offering tailored solutions that ensure mutual growth and long-term partnerships.
Acting as a neutral, respected voice of integrity in the mineral sector.
Promoting Africa’s mineral wealth on international platforms...
Educating buyers and investors on ethical and legal sourcing.
Partnering with embassies, media, and institutions worldwide.
Offering fair and trusted dispute resolution...
Acting as a neutral mediator to resolve disputes.
Ensuring transparent and legally binding outcomes.
Building confidence for long-term business relations.
Assisting miners and traders with licensing and permits...
Facilitating clearance of export duties, royalties, and levies.
Bridging gaps between local operations and international standards.
Ensuring compliance with all legal frameworks.
Promoting responsible and sustainable mining practices...
Educating communities and stakeholders on rights, policies, and fair trade.
Advocating transparency across the mineral value chain.
Helping buyers export gold from Africa smoothly and legally...
Seller Verification through embassies and community leaders.
Government Clearance via Ministries of Mines and licensed refineries.
Trusted Refinery Recommendations such as Afriswiz.
Export Logistics Advice to avoid delays or risks.
Africa possesses significant mineral wealth, holding the world's largest reserves of several key resources, including cobalt, diamonds, platinum, and uranium. The continent also has substantial deposits of other valuable minerals like gold, bauxite, copper, iron ore, and petroleum. These resources are crucial for global supply chains, particularly for green technologies like electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy infrastructure.
Trusted by industry leaders across the globe
The Council’s transparent financial stewardship has given us complete confidence in pursuing long-term investment and trade partnerships within Africa’s mineral sector.
The endorsement of a trusted smelting facility in Nairobi has assured us of product integrity, thereby reinforcing our long-term confidence in the region’s gold trade.
The Council’s diplomatic ties and embassy connections have been invaluable in strengthening international partnerships and building seamless cross-border trade relations.
We also acknowledge the Council’s recommendation of private jet companies and trusted charter services that have successfully carried out secure deliveries for high-value consignments, ensuring speed, discretion, and safety at every stage.
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