Mali, having been under French colonial rule for 68 years, still grapples with the legacy of colonial exploitation, which continued post-independence with foreign companies extracting wealth without providing adequate returns to the nation.
The recent arrests of Resolute Mining's executives by Mali's government emphasize a broader trend where African nations are reclaiming sovereignty over their resources and demanding fairer terms from foreign companies.
The media's portrayal of Mali's actions as criminal reflects a neocolonial mindset, ignoring the legitimate need for African states to capture more revenue from their natural resources, especially in light of their ongoing socio-economic struggles.
With nearly half of Mali's population living in poverty despite being one of Africa's largest gold producers, the call for a greater share of mining revenues symbolizes a crucial step toward addressing historical injustices.
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