Mining

Scientists find 5,000 new species in Pacific, warn of mining risk
Lying between Hawaii and Mexico, the Clarion-Clipperton Zone has become the world’s largest mineral exploration region.
Published On 26 May 2023
Killing of Indigenous Ecuador anti-oil activist spurs questions
Eduardo Mendúa was shot outside his home, leading some to wonder about the role of the oil industry in his death.
Published On 22 May 2023
Trade deal signing expected as DRC leader visits China this week
The meeting could pave the way for the two countries to seal a $6bn infrastructure-for-minerals deal with China.
Published On 22 May 2023
From: Counting the Cost
A scramble for Africa’s gas and critical minerals. Who wins?
Europe is turning to Africa’s gas, while the US, China and Russia are racing for economic influence on the continent.
Video Duration 25 minutes 55 seconds
Published On 29 Apr 2023

President Gabriel Boric’s programme to exert state control over lithium production sparks conservative backlash.

Will plans to mine the Pacific Ocean for metals needed in the green energy transition put our oceans at risk?

101 East investigates how the Pacific Ocean could be the first frontier of deep-sea mining.

Cyclone Ilsa is predicted to gather strength before making landfall on Western Australia’s northern coast.

Search for precious metal has dramatically transformed Bantakokouta, a Senegalese town near Mali and Guinea.

Gustavo Petro says despite rescue efforts, 10 miners who had been trapped underground after an explosion have died.

Regional governor says 100 rescue workers have been deployed to try to free 10 miners trapped underground.

Activists say the project threatens delicate ecosystems, while proponents say it is key to Biden’s green energy agenda.

Peru’s economy re-opens after three months of violent protests, damage has been inflicted on mining, tourism, key areas.

While a deal to extract oil has raised hopes in the war-torn nation, experts warn of China’s sketchy record.

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