
Obert Bore
CGSP's critical minerals editor joining from Harare, Zimbabwe.
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Apr 18, 2025 • 44min
Zambia’s Kafue River Disaster Puts China’s Mining Record Under Fire
Freeman Chiwele Mubanga, a Zambian environmental researcher, and Obert Bore, a Transitional Minerals Editor at CGSP, dive into the aftermath of a catastrophic tailings dam collapse at a Chinese-owned mine in Zambia. They discuss the spill’s alarming release of acid waste into the Kafue River, which impacts millions. The conversation highlights the urgent need for accountability from both the Zambian government and the mining company, reflecting broader concerns about China’s environmental track record and the necessity for sustainable governance in Africa's resource sector.

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May 30, 2025 • 47min
China-Africa Critical Minerals Update: Clean Up in Zambia, Disputes in the DR Congo
Jérôme Nima, CGSP's Africa editor, and Obert Bore, critical minerals editor from Harare, delve into pressing issues surrounding mining in Africa. They discuss the skepticism over Zambia's cleanup of an acid spill from a Chinese-owned mine, where government promises clash with activist concerns. Tensions are also rising in the DRC, with public disputes between mining giants highlighting deeper fractures in cobalt and copper sectors. The duo emphasizes the need for transparency and fair compensation amid geopolitical and corporate rivalries.