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Africa’s lithium mining boom risks fueling corruption and failing citizens — Global Witness

The new rush for lithium — sometimes referred to as ‘white gold’ — in Africa risks fueling corruption and harming local communities and the environment, according to a latest study by UK-based nonprofit Global Witness that investigated three emerging lithium mines in Zimbabwe, Namibia and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The study has found that […]

UK Altus Mining Company to Dig for Zinc & Copper in Morocco

The UK-based mining exploration company Altus Strategies Plc is expanding its presence in Morocco. Through its 100% owned subsidiary Aterian Resource Ltd, this company has obtained new exploration licenses for zinc and copper in the North African Kingdom. The new permits will enable Altus engineers to carry out exploration works in Ammas, Takzim Est and […]

Bulgaria Supports Morocco-proposed Autonomy Plan as Offering Realistic Basis for Reaching Lasting Solution to Sahara Conflict

The Government of Bulgaria has voiced support for the Morocco-proposed Autonomy plan for the Sahara under the Kingdom’s sovereignty, saying the proposed plan offers a realistic basis for reaching a lasting solution to the five decade regional dispute. The supportive stand was voiced by Bulgarian Foreign minister Velislava Petrova-Chamova during her telephone call Tuesday with […]