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The New Neo-Imperialism in Africa and How to End It

In recent years, a troubling form of neo-imperialism has taken root in Africa, marked by extensive foreign land acquisitions and economic interventions. Often disguised as “investment” or “development aid,” this modern exploitation bears an unsettling resemblance to historical colonial practices. The consequences…

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Second-Largest Diamond Unearthed in Botswana

The second largest diamond ever unearthed has been discovered in the Karowe mine in Botswana operated by the Canadian firm Lucara Diamond Corp. After more than a century, the rough diamond weighing an astonishing 2,492 carats comes after the legendary 3,106-carat Cullinan…

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