Better governance and equitable distribution of that governance to its people. Also don't mine it and send it off continent but feed those raw mineral into local factories to make finished products or partial finished product . Why can't foreign companies put factories to accomplish this in situ if the proper infrastructure is present to allow thus to happen.
Different but important topic here. Initially I thought maybe there would be good advice for how Canada can deal fairly with their First Nations, but if Africa is looking to Canada for advice, they are in trouble. While Canada has gotten better, there are still poisoned watersheds (thanks to fracking in Fort McMurray and others), man camps, territorial incursions to build pipelines, and this thing called "economic reconciliation" which is basically blackmail of communities with no other economic choices. With respect to LNG, I just read an account from Indigenous writer explaining it as "handing them the cookie jar when there are only a few crumbs left". Stay tuned for upcoming drama in British Columbia.
Mr. Kipalu is a true diplomat, he speaks in a way that means he will have more conversations with people who will actually be making the decisions that will affect his grandchildren. It was a pleasure to hear his answers to political questions that affect his home and his viewpoint, which is much larger than just mineral exploitation.
Thank you to the speakers for addressing the real concerns of the extractive sector in the African countries, the governance is challenging. African leaders must take a proactive role and transcend their interests; the exploitation of critical minerals must be framed within a 'win-win' approach regarding economic, social, and environmental aspects, based on local realities and needs. Otherwise, the mining boom known risks being a passing train that leaves no traces. The real questions must be addressed systematically, systemically, and structurally in order to genuinely do what is good and sustainable. In this sense, we at WRI are conducting research on the water dynamics in the extraction of Cobalt and Copper in the DRC, with benefits for both the companies that exploit and the local communities; it is an example of steps in the right direction.
Frustrating interview. Dave asked such sharp questions, and the guy dodged any specifics on any of them. I'm not sure which governments to cheer, or why they are good. Clearly, he's trying to do a job that requires stepping on some big, big toes...without ever stepping on any toes at all.
The best piece of advice I have for the African people is to keep the world’s unregulated capitalists away from your governments. They will destroy your environment, your health and your democracies. I live in the United States and have experienced their work first hand.
Better governance and equitable distribution of that governance to its people. Also don't mine it and send it off continent but feed those raw mineral into local factories to make finished products or partial finished product . Why can't foreign companies put factories to accomplish this in situ if the proper infrastructure is present to allow thus to happen.
Live long and prosper African nation states.
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Different but important topic here. Initially I thought maybe there would be good advice for how Canada can deal fairly with their First Nations, but if Africa is looking to Canada for advice, they are in trouble. While Canada has gotten better, there are still poisoned watersheds (thanks to fracking in Fort McMurray and others), man camps, territorial incursions to build pipelines, and this thing called "economic reconciliation" which is basically blackmail of communities with no other economic choices. With respect to LNG, I just read an account from Indigenous writer explaining it as "handing them the cookie jar when there are only a few crumbs left". Stay tuned for upcoming drama in British Columbia.
I just would like to know avenues to invest
Mr. Kipalu is a true diplomat, he speaks in a way that means he will have more conversations with people who will actually be making the decisions that will affect his grandchildren. It was a pleasure to hear his answers to political questions that affect his home and his viewpoint, which is much larger than just mineral exploitation.
Thank you to the speakers for addressing the real concerns of the extractive sector in the African countries, the governance is challenging. African leaders must take a proactive role and transcend their interests; the exploitation of critical minerals must be framed within a 'win-win' approach regarding economic, social, and environmental aspects, based on local realities and needs. Otherwise, the mining boom known risks being a passing train that leaves no traces. The real questions must be addressed systematically, systemically, and structurally in order to genuinely do what is good and sustainable. In this sense, we at WRI are conducting research on the water dynamics in the extraction of Cobalt and Copper in the DRC, with benefits for both the companies that exploit and the local communities; it is an example of steps in the right direction.
Well, I guess Zambia is a special case. I wouldn't say there is Mineral exploitation of its copper, cobalt, or emeralds.
The title should have been DRC, and not Africa.
Frustrating interview. Dave asked such sharp questions, and the guy dodged any specifics on any of them. I'm not sure which governments to cheer, or why they are good. Clearly, he's trying to do a job that requires stepping on some big, big toes...without ever stepping on any toes at all.
Best of luck to him; but I wouldn't count on him.
The best piece of advice I have for the African people is to keep the world’s unregulated capitalists away from your governments. They will destroy your environment, your health and your democracies. I live in the United States and have experienced their work first hand.