Tag: Politics
Canadian Mining Giant Barrick Halts Operations in Mali After Government Seizes Gold Stocks Worth $245 Million
By Tasha Chongo In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Canadian mining giant Barrick Gold has suspended its operations in Mali after the government seized gold stocks worth approximately $245 million. The seizure, carried out in early January 2025, came as a result of the Malian government accusing Barrick of tax violations and failure to meet…
Can the ANC Bounce Back? Overcoming Corruption, Division, and Doubt.
Bafana Phalane The African National Congress (ANC), South Africa’s once-dominant political force, finds itself at a critical juncture following its historic loss of the majority in recent elections. Faced with growing internal divisions, public dissatisfaction, and external criticism, the party has had to adapt to a new political reality. Yet, true to its history, the…