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Afghanistan’s Mining Industry, Crucial for Economy, Holds Risks for Women

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As Afghanistan attempts to develop its economy by attracting investment to its mining sector, the already daunting conditions for women in rural areas could worsen…

Conflict Minerals: How to Make the Most of Africa’s Business Boom

International
Following the close of this week's unprecedented U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, the business community's eyes are trained on Africa. Perhaps not since colonization has the West…

Resources and Resourcefulness: Roles, Opportunities and Risks for Women Working at Artisanal Mines in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Two dominant narratives have characterized the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): (1) the horrific abuse of women through sexual violence and…

Mineral Wealth and Rural Livelihoods in Sierra Leone: Where Does Artisanal Mining Fit In? [Video]

Library
Dr. Roy Maconachie from the Department of Social and Policy Sciences at the University of Bath investigates the role of artisanal mining in post-war Sierra…

Women and Natural Resources: Unlocking the Peacebuilding Potential

Briefs & Development
This report focuses on the relationship between women and natural resources in conflict-affected settings, and discusses how the management of natural resources can be used…

Mujeres y Recursos Naturales: Liberando el Potencial Para la Consolidacion de la Paz

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Las diversas experiencias de las mujeres en tiempos de conflicto tienen poderosas implicaciones para la consolidación de la paz. Su capacidad para recuperarse del conflicto…

Youth Livelihoods, Activism and Extractive Industry in Sierra Leone

Briefs & Development
Over the past decade, neoliberal reforms, soaring commodity prices and heightened global resource demands have led to significant growth in extractive industry investment in sub-Saharan…

Land Policy in Africa: West Africa Regional Assessment

Country Assessments
The African Union Commission (AUC), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Africa Development Bank (AfDB), acting as a consortium, have launched…