China’s Belt and Road in Africa: Opportunity or Neo-Colonialism?
Do you think Africa is benefiting from China’s Belt and Road Initiative, or is it just the latest chapter in a long history of exploitation? Welcome back to our ongoing series on the BRI. Today we’re exploring one of its most debated regions — Africa. Is China’s Belt and Road Initiative empowering Africa’s development or […]
Environmental Impacts of REEs Mining: The Hidden Cost of Clean Tech
As the global demand for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and solar panels skyrockets, the spotlight is increasingly turning to rare earth elements (REEs)—the minerals powering clean technology. However, there’s a growing paradox: while rare earths are essential to decarbonization, their extraction often comes with a steep environmental cost. Explore the overlooked environmental consequences of REEs […]