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08 Jul 2026 / by Michael Mugah Sitawa & Aicha Pemboura

Weak governance of gold mining still drives conflict in Central Africa

Neither Cameroon nor the DRC is doing enough to improve oversight and management of unregulated gold mining.

07 Jul 2026 / by David Willima

Africa must act before deep-sea mining becomes a new battleground

Deep-sea mining is no longer just an environmental or economic issue – it is also an emerging maritime security challenge.

06 Jul 2026 / by Tadesse Simie Metekia

Beyond Africa: why the AU needs a broader definition of reparations

To implement the landmark UN slavery resolution, reparations should be defined as a framework for truth, responsibility, repair, reconciliation and global justice.