Mining activities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are causing heavy pollution and degradation while attracting surging investments.
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Updated Aug 19
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Mining activities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are causing heavy pollution and degradation while attracting surging investments.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A pollution spill occurred in Lubumbashi, DRC, originating from a mining company's retention pond.Sub-event
- Associated Press gained rare access to a mine located in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.Sub-event
Mining in DRC linked to pollution and new investment influx.1 source
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
country in Central Africa
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