Sky News investigates child labour in the cobalt mining industry

Sky News investigates child labour in the cobalt mining industry

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Physics, Science

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The video explores the harsh realities of cobalt mining in the DRC, focusing on the dangerous conditions faced by miners like Makomba Matenaba, who suffer from severe health issues due to contaminated water. It highlights the exploitation of child labor and the intricate supply chain that connects these mines to global tech companies. Despite investigations revealing human rights abuses, little has changed, and the miners continue to live in poverty while multinational corporations profit.

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