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March 15, 2026Open Access

Blockchain Technology in Mineral Extraction Supply Chains: An Analysis of DRC Contextual Challenges and Opportunities

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AMAzizou MokhtarIslamic University of NigerAGAicha GarbaIslamic University of NigerAHAhmed HousseinaneIslamic University of Niger

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Implication

Mixed-methods analysis shows blockchain technology improves supply chain transparency in mineral extraction, suggesting the need for regulatory compliance.

Key Points

  • This research examines the potential of blockchain technology to enhance transparency in mineral extraction supply chains in the DRC.
  • Mixed-methods approach combining quantitative analysis of blockchain transaction data and qualitative interviews.
  • Evaluation of blockchain's impact on intermediary costs and transaction transparency.
  • Analysis of contextual factors affecting blockchain implementation in the DRC.
  • Blockchain technology reduced intermediary costs by up to 20%.
  • Full transparency was achieved in 65% of transactions analyzed.
  • Identified interoperability as a critical challenge for blockchain adoption in mineral extraction.

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Mokhtar et al. (2013) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b5ff8083145bc643d1c0f4https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19007465
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