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Criminal charges in Bosnian mine lead poisoning
A Canadian mining group is facing a criminal complaint after hundreds tested positive for lead poisoning in Bosnia.
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‘It helps us survive’: Poverty forces children into mine work in DR Congo
Congolese authorities say 70 children died in a landslide at the Rubaya mine, source of much of the world’s coltan.
How Carney’s ‘build fast’ push divides Canada’s Indigenous peoples
Some First Nations are challenging Carney’s resource-extraction plans to strengthen Canadian economy from US threats.
Venezuela’s president vows mining reform amid visit from US cabinet member
US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has met with Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez in Caracas.
More than 200 killed in landslide at DRC coltan mine
Congo’s Mines Ministry said about 70 children were among the victims.
Zimbabwe imposes ban on exports of all raw minerals and lithium concentrate
The immediate ban covers all raw minerals already in transit and will remain in place until further notice.
At least 37 killed in Nigeria mine carbon monoxide poisoning: Reports
Illegal mining is a widespread issue in Nigeria, where operations lack both government oversight and safety protocols.
South Africa’s Ramaphosa says troops will deploy to tackle crime gangs
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the military will work with the country’s police force to counter ‘gang wars’.
From: Counting the Cost
Can the US challenge China’s dominance in critical minerals?
The US is stockpiling critical minerals and forming a trade bloc to control China’s control of supply chains.
Published On 12 Feb 2026
Five employees of Canadian mine found dead in Mexico, authorities say
Mexican authorities say they are working to identify five other bodies after 10 workers were kidnapped last month.
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Survivor of deadly mine collapse in DR Congo recounts rescue
A Congolese miner told Al Jazeera he saw his friends around him die as the mine they were working in collapsed.
Published On 6 Feb 2026
