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EPISODE · May 25, 2025 · 23 MIN

Why is Africa seeing a rise in mining accidents and exploitation?

from The Inside Story Podcast · host Al Jazeera

260 miners trapped in a South African gold mine have been rescued after more than 24 hours. Countries across Africa are seeing a rise in mine-related accidents, exploitation and environmental damage. So, what lessons are being learned from past tragedies? And are Africans getting a raw deal? In this episode:  Claude Kabemba, Executive Director, Southern Africa Resource Watch. Christopher Vandome, Senior Research Fellow, Chatham House Africa Programme. Maurice Carney, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Friends of the Congo. Host: Tom McRae Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

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