1 min readBy Solomon Ekanem
Africa’s mining data becomes a new battleground as Russia, US and European firms race to map mineral wealth
Russia is expanding its presence in Africa’s geological mapping sector, joining US and European firms seeking access to data that could help identify deposits of gold, lithium, cobalt and other valuable minerals across the continent.
By Solomon EkanemSouth Africa
Detailed maps and digitised records can help governments identify deposits and attract investment, but they also raise questions about who controls the information. (Image: mykhailo pavlenko/Shutterstock.com)
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- 26 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 28, 2026
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- Solomon Ekanem
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- Business Insider