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Chased from mining sites, rebels simply try to control roads in the DRC. (Peer Schouten)
ARTISANAL

How roadblocks, not just minerals, fund rebels and conflict in the Congo

The DRC’s roads are a crucial space where conflict, illegal taxation, and conflict financing entangle

  • Staff Reporter
5 min read
Once Sibanye-Stillwater has cleaned up its own side of the street, Neal Froneman may be in a better position to advocate for better behaviour by others
ARTISANAL

God’s tears add a sparkle to zama-zamas’ lives

It’s a hard life being an illegal artisanal miner near Kimberley but now there are signs they may become recognised

  • Lucas Ledwaba
12 min read
“We are just trying to feed our children. We are not stealing from anyone.”
ARTISANAL

Zama-zamas take their chances rather than starve

They work long and hard deep in the earth. It is a life on the edge. But there are plans to make things easier, writes Lucas Ledwaba

  • Lucas Ledwaba
9 min read