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Cobalt Conundrum: Impact on Local Communities
This chapter explores the fluctuating cobalt prices and their devastating effects on mining communities in Congo, particularly in Kawama. It highlights the struggles of local miners against larger firms, the rise of illegal activities, and the dire economic and social implications arising from both artisanal and industrial mining practices.
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