Ayo Johnson, a Worldfocus contributing blogger, writes about extraction of natural resources in Africa. The piece, excerpted from his blog, Africa Speak International, argues that Chinese investment in Africa has benefited that continent and speaks to Africa's natural strategic importance.
All Posts Tagged With: "minerals"
Perspectives
November 18, 2009
Africa remains the final frontier for economic growth
Interview (video)
September 1, 2009
China rides green revolution, limiting export of rare metals
China is now taking steps to limit the availability of obscure materials to the rest of the world. Marcus Mabry of The New York Times discusses the implications of China's export restrictions on these rare metals.
WorldDesk (blog)
June 9, 2009
Police clash with indigenous protesters in Peru
In northern Peru, Amazon Indians and police have clashed violently over the issue of exploiting natural resources, with more than 50 killed. Worldfocus blogger Peter Eisner weighs the Peruvian government's response to the protests, arguing that the president's statements have been inopportune and politically incorrect.
Worldfocus Radio
March 31, 2009
Tune in: Radio show on resources in the developing world
Worldfocus.org's weekly radio show explored the state of natural resource use, opportunities and dangers for resource-rich developing countries and the role played by the U.S. in this global issue. Dave Burdick, Michael Cohen and Alf Hornborg joined the conversation.
