【Africa】CLARENCE TSHITEREKE: A Governance Framework for Africa’s Critical Minerals

Editor’s NoteThis article argues for a standardized governance framework to regulate Africa’s trade in critical minerals, emphasizing the need for…

【Democratic R】Blood Minerals: DRC Accuses Apple of Using Conflict Minerals

Editor’s NoteThe Democratic Republic of Congo has filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium against Apple subsidiaries, alleging the use of…

【Democratic R】How Global Supply Chains Tackle Ethical Sourcing Challenges

Editor’s NoteThis article examines the global impact of U.S. regulations on conflict minerals, highlighting how ESG concerns in supply chains,…

【Lualaba Prov】Kinshasa and Washington Launch Partnership to Regulate Artisanal Cobalt and Copper Mining in DRC

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a new U.S.-DRC partnership aimed at establishing ethical and legal standards for artisanal cobalt and copper…

【Democratic R】EU to Soon Implement New Regulation to Better Control ‘Conflict Minerals’ Imports

Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the EU’s newly approved binding regulations on “conflict minerals,” requiring importers to ensure their supply…