KAS African Law Study Library

In September 2015, the international community adopted, under the auspices of the United Nations, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, a global action plan for humanity, the planet and prosperity for the next 15 years. The program places...

The mining economy in Africa remained for a long time essentially extractive and a rentier economy. The DRC, like most African states, has concluded onerous agreements with mining operators, most of which are financed mainly by external donors. The...

Foreign investments are considered as added value that can meet the needs of a population or must absolutely contribute to the economic development of a country while respecting established standards. This research on Chinese mining investments...

As global economy becomes increasingly interconnected, investment in developing regions such as in Africa has become a crucial factor in promoting economic development and poverty alleviation. Examining the intersection of human rights and...