Tag: Africa

Categories World

Human Rights NGO Files Suit Against Google, Apple, Tesla Over ‘Forced Child Labor’ in Congo

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A human rights non-profit has filed a lawsuit against global tech giants, including Apple, Google and Tesla, among other corporations, on behalf of 14 plaintiffs who were directly or indirectly affected by forced child labor in the world’s largest Congolese cobalt mines. … Read More >Human Rights NGO Files Suit Against Google, Apple, Tesla Over ‘Forced Child Labor’ in Congo

Categories Russia

Russia’s ‘secret weapon’ for winning influence in Africa – and it’s not what you might think

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Russia’s efforts to boost its influence in Africa, which was highlighted at this week’s summit in Sochi, is not only about arms, nuclear power and investment deals, but also about the less tangible things. … Read More >Russia’s ‘secret weapon’ for winning influence in Africa – and it’s not what you might think

Categories Business

Lack of colonial baggage & investment in peace put Russia ahead of other players on African continent, SA minister tells RT

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The time is right for Russia to sit with African leaders and companies in order to forge economic relationships and partnerships, South Africa’s Minister of State and Security Ayanda Dlodlo told RT. … Read More >Lack of colonial baggage & investment in peace put Russia ahead of other players on African continent, SA minister tells RT