insert_link Africa Toxic spill in Zambia revives scrutiny of mining practices in resource-rich regions Sino Mine Zambia mine near Kitwe. (Photo: Richard Kille/AP Photo) Communities in Zambia are demanding $420 million in compensation from Chinese state-owned Sino Metals after a February spill of acidic mine waste contaminated local waterways. Law firms representing residents say the waste, laced with heavy metals, may pose greater risks than first acknowledged. According to Bloomberg, Zambia’s government has confirmed elevated levels of toxic substances in some water samples, raising alarm […] today4 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Alweendo Says Oil and Gas Policy Gaps an African Challenge Mines and Energy Minister Thomas Alweendo says policy shortcomings in the oil and gas sector are a continent-wide issue, not just a Namibian problem. Speaking on a ministry-hosted podcast, he emphasized the need to refine local content policies to ensure Namibian businesses benefit from resource extraction. In this report, compiled by One Africa TV NewsOnOne’s Eric Mhunduru, Alweendo highlights a call for policy improvements. today7 March, 2025
insert_link World Norway to approve controversial deep sea mining activity Norway is expected to become the first country in the world to approve the controversial practice of deep-sea mining. Supporters say it's needed to find precious metals and minerals, but environmental scientists have warned it could be devastating for marine life. According to the BBC, Norway's proposal will open up 280,000 sq km of its national waters for companies to apply to mine these sources - an area bigger than […] today9 January, 2024
