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What is this bullshit? Does this idiot journalist not understand that the USA is the largest global exporter of rare earth concentrates to China? They are bigger than Myanmar. It is the kind of crazy nonsense that continues to fuel speculation that what the West needs is more mines. No, we don't. We do not actually need more mines. What we need is #MagnetFactories There is an endless, endless, endless bullshit spin-cycle that originates in the dumb-as-dogshit think tanks in Washington DC, and now Canberra, filters out to dumber-than-dumb-as-dogshit journalists, and then gets spread, like any nonsense high-school changing room rumour, all over the world. It is insane stupidity aided and abetted by incompetent news editors. #RareEarthRumoursBeatFactsIfYouAreSellingHorseshit

A research paper edited: "Empirical analysis of the effect of gold price and production on the South African exploration budget - A multi-country comparative study". #Editor #Editing #AcademicEditor #Africa #SouthAfrica #Gold

There is a need for African countries to reconnect with a people-oriented and planet-centred mode of production. This is where the small-scale, widespread approach to dry and condensed milk production begs exploration. https://lnkd.in/g8n6disH

📢 Exciting News! 📢 I am thrilled to announce the completion and publication of my research report titled "Amber Licensing and Extraction in Ukrainian Polesia". This report explores the complex dynamics of amber licensing and extraction in Ukrainian Polesia, looking at the legal, socio-economic and environmental aspects of these activities. The data analysed in this study covers a period of 4.5 years, from April 2019 to November 2023, and provides a comprehensive analysis using data from the Prozzoro.Sale platform. Key findings include trends in amber and peat mining concessions, the impact of legislative changes and the wider implications of the amber trade, particularly in relation to the role of Poland and Germany in amber processing. 🔍 Key Highlights: 🔹 Analysis of the legal framework governing amber mining 🔹 Socio-economic impacts and environmental consequences 🔹 Trends in mining concessions and pricing strategies 🔹 The role of Poland and Germany in the amber trade I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Michael Succow Stiftung for their invaluable support and guidance throughout my Marion Dönhoff Fellowship. I want to also express my sincere thanks to my supervisor, Olga Denyshchyk, for her guidance, patience, and insightful feedback throughout this research. Additionally, I also want to thank Petro Testov from Ukrainian nature conservation group (UNCG) for his IT and substantive help, which was crucial for completing this research. Thank you to everyone who supported me in this journey, especially my close friend who provided invaluable support during the writing process. I look forward to your feedback and hope this research contributes to sustainable practices in the amber mining sector and the protection of Ukraine's natural heritage. For those interested in sharing my report, in the comment you will find a link to the report on the ResearchGate platform where you can download the report. Thanks in advance :) #AmberMining #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #Research #Poland #Ukraine #Germany #AmberTrade #MarionDönhoffFellowship #MichaelSuccowFoundation #NatureConservation #ProzzoroSale #Peatlands #LegalFramework #SocioEconomicImpact

Investigating mining? Join the EIF webinar on Monday April 15th to learn about the possibilities offered by the newly developed geodata platform!

This week, the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID), through its Natural Resources and Extractives Programme concluded the third leg of our ongoing Jet Mineral Challenge capacity-building workshop series for journalists covering the extractive sector. Our journey took us to Ghana, where we engaged 35 journalists and CSO representatives in a 2-day intensive knowledge session on 'Constraining Opportunities for Corruption in the African Mining Sector.' Following successful training in Nigeria (May) and the Democratic Republic of Congo (early July), this workshop aimed to enhance participants' ability to expose corrupt practices within the critical minerals value chain—a sector central to the global energy transition. With its vast reserves of green minerals, Africa plays a crucial role in the global energy transition. Therefore, we must improve the quality and approach to equitable natural resource governance in the region. The media is pivotal in ensuring transparency and accountability in the green mineral sector. Through this series of workshops, CJID aims to strengthen media capacity to effectively monitor, investigate and report on these vital issues, ultimately contributing to a more transparent and accountable extractive industry across Africa. Our next check-in for this project will be in Mozambique, continuing our commitment to empowering journalists across the continent.

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ARE YOU COMING TO EXPLORE WITH US? Our incredible co-founder and Head of Mining and Environmental Law Lili Nupen will chair a discussion amongst industry experts Errol Smart, Mosa Mabuza, and @Jacob Mbele DG at the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy to discuss 'What can be done to drive exploration in South Africa?' Come join us as Lili unpacks; - What are the main obstacles to exploration and junior mining in South Africa? - Is the situation getting better or worse or does it remain unchanged?  - What does the Government need to do to remove these obstacles and encourage exploration? - What are some of the quick wins that could be implemented?  - What progress is being made in terms of reducing delays and clearing the backlog in the granting of mining and prospecting rights?  - What can be done to increase transparency in the application and licensing process?  - What impact, if any, has the announcement of the new cadastral system had on the perception of South Africa as a mining destination? Now that we have your attention...we'd love to see you there as we unearth some insightful nuggets and share some other puns over coffee! #MiningExploration #AfricanLawFirm #MiningLawFirm

The “High-Level Dialogue on Comparative Mineral Resources Governance in Africa” aims to foster a collaborative platform for dialogue among key stakeholders, including government officials, industry leaders, civil society representatives, and international experts. The primary focus will be on enhancing governance frameworks, promoting sustainable practices, and leveraging mineral resources for inclusive economic development in #Africa. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dkvKQDCS

The global focus on responsible business conduct, particularly in the extractives industries, has intensi- fied discussions around human rights and ethical practices in mineral supply chains. The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has taken a leading role in shaping the discourse, developing due diligence guidelines for responsible business conduct and responsible mineral supply chains. These guidelines aim to assist companies in preventing their mining and sourcing practices contributing to conflict, human rights violations, or financial crimes. This edition of the DARUBINI briefing emphasizes the significance of global multi-stakeholder fora and the crucial role of government participation in shaping responsible mineral supply chains, with a focus on incorporating community voices to address human rights concerns related to mining. Visit: https://lnkd.in/gs6TBYwR to read more HakiRasilimali IPIS - International Peace Information Service