Ethical gold mining & refinery in Zambia
Mining with Integrity for a Better Future
WE CARE ABOUT CLIMATE AND PEOPLE.
Our approach avoids harmful chemicals and focuses on a net positive impact for both people and planet.
Near Mumbwa
Exploration Licenses
Near Petauke
Near Kafue
Near Rufunsa
Sustainable Development Goals
We support the achievement of 8 out of the 17 SDG - Sustainable Development Goals
#1 Poverty
End poverty in all its forms everywhere
#2 Zero Hunger
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
#3 Good Health and Well-being
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
#4 Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
#6 Clean Water & Sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
#7 Affordable & Clean Energy
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
#8 Decent Work & Economic Growth
Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
#17 Partnerships for the Goals
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development
Investor Statement
Debra Meyer
CEO, Destine Asset Managment Limited
“At Destine Asset Management Limited, we believe in investing entrepreneurial initiatives that not only offer financial returns but also contribute meaningfully to global sustainability goals. Our partnership with Bootup Africa Limited exemplifies this commitment. Bootup Africa is pioneering ethical gold mining practices in Zambia that prioritize environmental stewardship and social responsibility. They employ innovative, eco-friendly methods, such as water and gravity-based refining, and engage deeply with local communities through reforestation, job creation, and sustainable development initiatives. Bootup Africa’s approach aligns seamlessly with our values, focusing on maximizing positive impacts rather than merely minimizing negatives. Their dedication to transparency, ethical practices, and community empowerment sets a new benchmark for the mining industry. We are excited to support their mission to create lasting, sustainable change for both people and the planet, proving that economic growth and ecological responsibility can go hand in hand. We see Bootup Africa not just as a company, but as a movement toward a future where businesses play a crucial role in achieving a net positive impact. We are proud to back this visionary enterprise that leads with integrity and purpose.”
Team
Michel Mwamba Gschwendtner
Managing Director & Founder
Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others.
Jomo Nyirenda
Managing Director
He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
René Klein
Human Resources, Security & IT
Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.
Richard Schmidt
Legal & Controlling
Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans.
Michael J. Bräuer
Finance & Accounting
Knowledge is one half, belief is the other.
Charles W. Nyirenda
Gold Operation
Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.
Murad Sultanov
Production
No two things have been combined better than knowledge and patience.
Fikrat Mammadov
Machinery
A person is like the sun that breaks through the darkness
Paul Lupunga
Community & Ethical Standards
The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.
Aishi Adhikary
Assistant Manager
Past is a history, future is a mystery, but today is a gift, that's why it's called present. So enjoy your present.
Allen Rozario
Assistant Manager
To see the world openly, you need a mind worth opening for because where there is life, there is hope.
Dagmar Bräuer
Assistent Finance Manager
The biggest things in life are not materials.
Steven Nkando
Board - License Partner, Gold Operation & Lobbyist
Pray as though everything depended on God. Work as though everything depended on you.
Oliver Haeggberg
Board - Metallurgy & Geology
The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.
Elmar Grandy
Board - Gold Trading & LBMA
I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.
Stone Vaasa
Board - Machinery Procurement
It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.
Björn Schürenberg
Board - Legal & Finance
Efficiency is doing things right; effectiveness is doing the right things.
Sam Sichilalu
Board - Mining Construction
Miracles are not contrary to nature, but only contrary to what we know about nature.
Dirk Christoph
Board - Net Positive Community
The Future is (Net) Positive.
what is invisible to others.
**Our DNA**
"Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others"
At the heart of our company is not merely a trail of successes or strategic decisions; it's our foundational DNA. This DNA is crafted from the diverse qualifications and professional expertise of our team. Each member brings unique skills that not only complement one another but also drive our company forward, making us distinct through decades of varied conditions and challenges.
Our journey is anchored by the trust, loyalty, and visionary zeal of the founder and his team, who believe in the power of turning innovative ideas into reality. From the outset, their partnership was built on sustainable positioning, entrepreneurial creativity, and fostering a culture of innovation. This culture prizes flexibility and empowerment over rigid control, allowing us to adapt and thrive. At the core of this vision is "the art of seeing what is invisible to others", a perspective that has guided every strategic decision.
Central to everything we do are the principles of trust and responsibility. Our agile, international team of experts is dedicated to tackling complex global challenges. By combining a wealth of business experience with robust human capital, we are committed to a long-term vision and building a strategic network that endures.
The founder has instilled a deep commitment to philanthropy and care for both people and nature, truly believing in the idea of building a sustainable network. They work closely with the community to implement lasting changes that promote an age of well-being in harmony with nature. Our shared passion for helping others has attracted a loyal and diverse team from various countries, all united in their trust and commitment to change the future.
We create opportunities and ensure that our partners also achieve their goals, maintaining our unique position in the industry and reinforcing our legacy. Together, these elements have melded into a unique DNA that distinguishes us, guiding us through social and economic changes and ensuring lasting impact.
Impact
