African Resources Watch (Afrewatch)

African Resources Watch (Afrewatch) is an organization that advocates for the fair and equitable exploitation of Africa’s natural resources by holding governments and companies accountable. Its work focuses on the natural resources sector—including mining, hydrocarbons, and water—while also addressing cross-cutting issues such as artisanal mining, climate change, energy management (electricity), the security of human rights defenders, and security services at mining sites. These issues are addressed through three main programs: human rights (community rights, environmental protection, and the rights of women and children), governance (legal frameworks and transparency), and advocacy on cases identified across these thematic areas.