DRDGOLD also said it aims to disclose instances or events which give rise to a situation of non-conformance and the steps to be taken in response. The WGC RGMPs are a set of principles that cover all aspects of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues related to gold mining. They provide a credible and widely recognised framework for responsible gold mining and to address the expectations of consumers, investors and the downstream gold supply chain. The RGMPs were launched in 2019 after extensive consultation with various stakeholders, including governments, international organisations, civil society, supply chain participants and investors. They are based on internationally recognised benchmarks, such as the United Nations (UN) Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct and the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative.