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Zijin’s Kolwezi mine faces $9 million pollution claim

A total of 27 Kolwezi residents in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are suing a Chinese-controlled copper-cobalt miner and Congolese authorities over alleged air, water, and soil pollution. The claimants, including eight children, are seeking almost US$1.3 million ($1.9 million)…

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DRC orders investigation into suspected illegal mining

The probe could mark the start of a tougher response to illicit operators occupying sites, following years of complaints from mining companies. DR Congo ordered an investigation into suspected illegal mining, after authorities seized thousands of tons of copper and…

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Gold hunt ends in tragedy in Kasungu

Malawi24 is Malawi's most-read independent digital news platform, founded in 2012. We deliver breaking news, politics, business, sport and entertainment coverage from Malawi and the African continent, reaching over 1.5 million social media followers and readers. Gold hunt ends in tragedy in Kasungu…

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