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Africa’s Mining Elites to Shine at Mining Indaba 2027

The African mining sector is gearing up for a landmark event as the Mining Indaba 2027, themed “Stronger Together: Putting Partnerships into Practice,” prepares to welcome the continent’s brightest mining leaders and innovators. For new and aspiring mining companies, this is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to gain exposure, network with industry giants, and witness firsthand the power of collaboration in action. A highlight of the upcoming event is the debut of the Mining Elites in Africa Awards

11 days ago

International Media: New Falsifiers of Congolese Democracy?

On Tuesday, at the end of the Union Sacrée march in Kinshasa, Augustin Kabuya made a direct appeal to President Tshisekedi: “The time has come to help us change this constitution.” This statement, far from being insignificant, comes within a political context in which Congolese popular sovereignty is constantly questioned by part of the international community and Western media, who, under the guise of “objective” analysis, shape an opinion hostile to the government in place. International media

12 days ago

Les Médias Internationaux, Nouveaux Faussaires de la Démocratie Congolaise ?

Quand les Médias Occidentaux Nient la Volonté du Peuple Congolais

13 days ago

The Makala Paradox:

Each evening, as twilight settles over Kinshasa, Goma, and Lubumbashi, the skyline is marked by rising plumes of grey smoke—a testament to the central role of makala, or wood charcoal, in Congolese daily life. Despite the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) vast rivers and bountiful mineral resources, more than 90% of its population remains dependent on wood fuel and charcoal for cooking. For tens of millions, charcoal is not a mere preference but a necessity for survival. Charcoal’s domina

about 1 month ago

When Distance Doubles the Burden: Cape Town’s Congolese and the Passport Predicament

The unfolding situation in South Africa has compelled countless Congolese nationals to regularize their residency—a pressing necessity in an environment marked by shifting policies and heightened scrutiny. The first and most crucial step on this arduous journey is securing a Congolese passport, a document that unlocks the possibility of obtaining a visa and, with it, a measure of security and dignity. Unsurprisingly, the Congolese Embassy has witnessed a dramatic surge in passport applications,

about 2 months ago

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