Illegal Mining

【Democratic R】Halt illegal imports of conflict minerals from DRC, campaigners urge EU

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Editor’s NoteThis report highlights renewed calls from advocacy groups for the European Union to strengthen enforcement of its conflict minerals…

【Montepuez, C】Mozambique: Gemfields Resumes Ruby Mining in Montepuez

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Editor’s NoteGemfields has resumed operations at its Montepuez ruby mine in Mozambique after a temporary suspension due to attacks linked to illegal…

【Montepuez, C】Gemfields Resumes Ruby Mining in Mozambique

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Editor’s NoteGemfields has restarted operations at its Montepuez ruby mine in Mozambique following a brief shutdown due to violent incidents linked…

【Cabo Delgado】After False Report: Hundreds Storm Ruby Mine in Mozambique

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Editor’s NoteThis article describes a dangerous incident in Mozambique where misinformation on social media led hundreds to storm a ruby mine,…

【Montepuez, C】After Fake Call Online: Hundreds of People Illegally Storm Ruby Mine in Mozambique

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Editor’s NoteThis article highlights the dangerous real-world consequences of online disinformation. The incident at the Montepuez Ruby Mine serves…

【Boyacá, Colo】Mining Area | Coscuez Mine: One of the Main Sources of Colombian Emeralds

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Editor’s NoteThis article explores the complex history of Colombia’s Coscuez emerald mine, tracing its indigenous origins, state ownership, and the…

【Northern Moz】Ruby Mines in Mozambique

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Editor’s NoteThis article examines the troubling intersection of global luxury demand and local conflict. As rubies gain value on the international…

【Madagascar】Madagascar: Sapphire Mines Condemn Lemurs to Extinction

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Editor’s NoteThis stark image from Madagascar captures the devastating impact of illegal deforestation for sapphire mining. While officially…

【Montepuez, M】In Northern Mozambique, the Hidden Face of the Ruby Fever

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Editor’s NoteThis report from northern Mozambique reveals the harsh reality of informal ruby mining, where individuals risk everything for survival…