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Ruashi Mining, a subsidiary of Jinchuan, sentenced in the DRC: 18 months in prison for its CEO Wang Tao and a $10 million fine

The conviction of the head of Ruashi Mining in the DRC, a subsidiary of the Chinese giant Jinchuan, for breaking seals and slanderous denunciation, is a judicial warning shot against the excesses ...

Africa: Mark Bristow, the architect of an invisible mining empire

Mark Bristow, CEO of Barrick Gold, has built a powerful network of influence in Africa, bringing together politicians and industry. His strategic approach combines sustainable development and profi...

Central Africa: BEAC faces the rehabilitation fund dilemma

The Bank of Central African States (BEAC) is preparing a rehabilitation fund to support fragile economies, but is struggling to reach an agreement under pressure from the United States. A path stre...

South Africa: Towards a mining revolution with supernova metals.

Discover "supernova metals," rare mineral resources from exploding stars. These metals, which hold promise for industry, could revolutionize South Africa and its economy, but environmental and soci...

Nigeria: Deadly wedding tragedy leaves 26 dead under terrorists' shadow

In Nigeria, an explosive device killed 26 people at a wedding in Mubi, revealing chronic insecurity. Suspicions are falling on Boko Haram, as authorities struggle to guarantee security. The need fo...

BRICS: Towards world peace or a fool's game?

The BRICS, meeting in Brazil, are committed to resolving global conflicts such as those in Syria and Ukraine. Could their collective influence truly foster peace, or is it merely a geopolitical man...

Uganda: End of the Ebola epidemic, challenge of health resilience to be met

Uganda announces the end of its sixth Ebola outbreak, a relief after months of intense fighting. However, questions remain about the country's preparedness for future health threats, highlighting t...

South Africa: Gunvor faces local resistance in its conquest of gas stations

Energy giant Gunvor is facing obstacles in South Africa as it seeks to enter the Shell gas station market. The Competition Commission is examining the transaction's impact on the local economy and ...

Sudan: Two years of war and millions of civilians in agony

Two years of war in Sudan: chaos, millions of refugees, broken promises of peace, and mistrust. Civilians are suffering, while the international community struggles to respond. Without a solution, ...

Japan: Towards a new era of cooperation with Africa

Japan, under the leadership of Shigeru Ishiba, is strengthening its cooperation with Africa ahead of TICAD. By creating a Task Force, it is aiming for strategic partnerships focused on investment. ...