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Ghana’s Gold Rush: A Toxic Mix of Mafia Activity, Poverty, and Environmental Devastation

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ACCRA, GHANA — As global gold prices surge, Ghana—Africa’s top gold producer—is facing an existential crisis stemming from the explosion…

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  • The Missing Vitamins Behind Learning Struggles and Low Mood in West Africa
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