Archive for: January, 2023

A push for gold leaves a toxic legacy in Zimbabwe

Mercury exposure can be deadly. So why are gold miners in Zimbabwe using the dangerous chemical—and risking their lives in the process? LINDA MUJURU The young men brace for the first shock of cold water as they enter the river, easing their way into another day of illegal gold mining. David Mauta and Wisdom Nyakurima, […]

Lagos gets a new elevated rail network

First phase of Lagos’ new elevated rail system has been commissioned and testing will now begin ahead of operations that will transport 250,000 passengers daily The first phase of a light rail system that is set to transform commuting in Nigeria’s economic capital, has been commissioned. The Blue Line project in Lagos is a 27 […]

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