Modern slavery in mining supply chains: the role of social enterprises and the institutional context

Our research focuses on evaluating the impact of institutional pressures and agency effects on modern slavery in mining supply chains in Africa. We studied the policies, challenges, practices, and supply chain’s actors involved in understanding how interventions can mitigate modern slavery and promote sustainable development. In particular, we explored the role of social enterprises in modern slavery, such as those empowering women in the mining sector to address gender inequality and promote economic empowerment. By adopting a case study approach and through a combination of literature review, desk research, and interviews, we aim to provide insights that can contribute to institutional and agency theories’ development and support effective strategies to combat modern slavery in mining supply chains, to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa