The North Mara Mine is one of the most significant gold-producing operations in northern Tanzania. Located within the geologically rich Mara region, the mine combines large-scale industrial extraction with a complex history of social and environmental interactions. This article explores its location, geology and mineralogy, the methods used to extract and process gold, the mine’s […]
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Uranium is a heavy, naturally occurring element that has shaped human history, industry, and science in profound ways. Its distinctive chemistry and **radioactivity** have made it both a valuable resource and a source of controversy. This article explores where uranium is found, how it behaves at the atomic level, the many applications it supports, and
The global scramble for mineral resources has turned a spotlight on one of the planet’s most versatile elements: graphite. Essential to modern technologies and industrial processes, this mineral has become central to debates about energy transition, national security, and economic opportunity. As demand surges, countries, corporations, and investors are strategically positioning themselves to secure access,
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The Buzwagi Mine is a significant industrial gold operation located in northwestern Tanzania. Nestled within the famed Lake Victoria goldfields, the site represents both a major source of gold and a focal point for discussions about the role of large-scale mining in regional development. This article explores where Buzwagi sits geographically and geologically, what is
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Graphite is a remarkable form of solid carbon whose combination of physical, chemical and mechanical features has made it indispensable across centuries of industry and science. From its humble appearance in a pencil tip to its central role in modern energy technologies, graphite’s layered structure and unique behaviour continue to inspire applications and research. This
The softly glowing, almost inner-lit quality of Girasol Quartz captures attention at first glance. This luminous, often bluish or milky variety of quartz has been used in jewelry and talismans for centuries, admired for the way light seems to rise from within the stone rather than simply reflecting from its surface. In this article we
Bulyanhulu Mine is one of Tanzania’s most prominent gold operations, located in the northwest of the country. This long-standing mining complex has drawn global attention for its high-grade underground deposits, its role in the regional economy, and the complex social, environmental, and political issues that have accompanied large-scale mineral extraction in East Africa. The following
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The Sambaru Mine in Tanzania represents one of the many focal points of gold exploration and mining activity in East Africa. While not as globally famous as some large-scale operations, Sambaru encapsulates the layered story of geology, local livelihoods, investment, and environmental stewardship that defines modern mineral extraction in the region. This article explores where
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Goethite is a widespread and scientifically fascinating iron oxyhydroxide mineral whose presence shapes landscapes, soils, industry and even our understanding of past environments on Earth and other planets. With the chemical formula FeO(OH), goethite forms a key part of the iron cycle and appears in diverse contexts—from rusty coatings on weathered rocks to the deep-red
Thorium is an element that sits at the intersection of geology, physics and energy policy. It attracts attention for its potential to contribute to low-carbon energy systems, for its curious chemistry and for a historical trail of applications ranging from incandescent gas mantles to specialized optical glass. This article explores where thorium is found, how
