Copper And Cobalt Mining In Kolwezi, Democratic Republic Of The Congo

KOLWEZI, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO - MAY 24 : As the sun sets over an artisanal cobalt and copper mine, children continue collecting stones across the dusty ground on May 24, 2025 in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo. With no protective equipment, limited access to education, and few alternatives, they work late into the evening to help support their families. (Photo by Michel Lunanga/Getty Images)