Burlcore Mining Co.

At Burlcore Mining, we are a fully licensed, medium-scale gold mining company operating in Busia, Eastern Uganda. Our primary operations are strategically situated within the Lake Victoria Green Belt, a region recognized for its prolific precious metals geology spanning Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. DGSM Regulation and Compliance Our regulatory status is one of our core defining features. In an industry and region historically dominated by informal or artisanal operators, we pride ourselves on operating under the strict oversight of the Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines (DGSM). Because we are governed by the Mining and Minerals Act, 2022, our partners and stakeholders can trust that our operations meet the highest standards. For us, this compliance guarantees: Verified Reserves: Our operations are backed by independent, rigorous geological surveys. Mechanized Infrastructure: We utilize formal, modern mechanized mining infrastructure, ensuring efficiency and safety far beyond unregulated artisanal methods. Strict Standards: We meet and exceed the environmental, labor, and safety obligations mandated by the DGSM and other Ugandan authorities. Community Impact and Our ESG Focus We believe that our success is tied to the well-being of the communities where we work. We actively differentiate ourselves by reinvesting in the local communities surrounding our concession. Our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives focus on: Formalization: We are helping to professionalize the local mineral sector by bringing formal, safe, and regulated standards to the area. Infrastructure: We invest directly in community infrastructure, such as drilling boreholes for clean water at local trading centers and supporting early childhood education and health facilities. Local Employment: We are deeply committed to local-first hiring. By creating formal, well-paying jobs, we are helping to shift the local economy away from the risks of informal artisanal mining.