Authorities and environmentalists in Zambia fear the long-term impact of an acid spill at a Chinese-owned mine that poisoned a major river and could potentially affect millions of people after signs o

Authorities and environmentalists in Zambia fear the long-term impact of an acid spill at a Chinese-owned mine that contaminated the Kafue River

An acid spill from a Chinese-owned mine in Zambia has contaminated the Kafue River, sparking fears of a severe environmental crisis. The incident has led to calls for urgent remediation and heightened scrutiny of Chinese mining activities in Africa.

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