I was surprised to learn how much Namibia’s mining industry is still heavily influenced by foreign corporations today, even after independence.
The best part of this infographic was how it combined historical maps, mining maps, and modern images to show the ongoing impact of colonialism and resource exploitation. It tied the past and present together really clearly.
One piece of constructive feedback would be to maybe add a quick summary or takeaway point at the end of each section to help readers connect the dots even more easily.
I will second a previous comment that noted how Namibia is having difficulties with a Chinese mining company. It reeks of an extension of the past exploitation Namibia has suffered–which this infographic does a great job of presenting–at the hands of colonial powers. I hope–though past history shows that will not be an easy prospect–that the country can find ways to allow economic development while still finding ways to avoid this kind of exploitation from being perpetuated by outside powers.
I was surprised to learn that Namibia’s focus is primarily on uranium deposits and other minerals rather than diamond mining. This is particularly significant given the recent attention to rare earth mineral contracts in the context of the Ukraine-Russia war. The inclusion of the investigation into the unethical treatment of mine workers by a Chinese company was a particularly compelling aspect of the graphic. This element resonated with me because it highlights the broader issue of ethical consumption; even when purchasing products domestically, it is important to consider their international sources and impacts.
What surprised me about Namibia was the investigation of the Chinese company Xinfeng investment. I was shocked to see who the court ruled in favor of the company itself. This just goes to show countries like China have a heavy influence in Namibia and greater Africa and tend to get away with corruption and unethical behavior. Great infographic.
Thank you for creating such an interesting and engaging infographic! Namibia’s history and its vast natural resources place it in a unique position that allows it to enhance its economic development. As you pointed out, Namibia’s ability to balance between government and corporate interests would have a decisive role.
The layout of the infographic is structured in such a way that it is very easy to follow and I enjoyed the illustrations as they help grasp the topic. Excellent job!
Hey Cris,
You present a very descriptive and well-made infographic! I am surprised to see that Namibia currently has 68 active mining sites all around the country, and I am happy to read that the Namibian government is cracking down on the exploitation and abuse of Namibian miners. Overall, I loved your in-depth analysis of Namibia’s current economic climate. Amazing work!
Many countries in Africa remain dependent on resource exploration because of the colonial era. During my research, I also focused on the mining industry, and it is surprising to see how many things Namibia and South Africa have in common. As you showed in your research, unethical uses of resources have caused many negative impacts in the country, and the solution for these problems is a multifaceted approach emphasizing bottom-up initiatives.
What surprised me most about this country is how for over 80 years, Namibia was under the influence of many regimes of South Africa. How they also had to be under apartheid until 1990. The best part of this infographic was the representation of mining sites across it’s regions that play apart with government and private sectors relationship.
I was very surprised to learn how Namibia, despite being rich in resources like gold and copper, still struggles due to historical exploitation. The best part of the infographic was the mention of global partnerships and the investigation into unethical practices by foreign companies like Xinfeng. Overall, great job on the infographic!
What surprised me in this infographic was how the Namibian people were exploited for their resources during the Apartheid era. What caught my attention was the amount of resources Namibia has, such as copper, zinc, magnesium, silver, gold, and lead. The best part of this infographic was learning how Namibia partners with different corporations so they can send all their materials abroad. This resonated with me because it caught my attention how a certain company in China was under investigation for its unethical treatment. This infographic was very detailed, which made the issues stand out.
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Michael Ortiz
Hello Cris,
I was surprised to learn how much Namibia’s mining industry is still heavily influenced by foreign corporations today, even after independence.
The best part of this infographic was how it combined historical maps, mining maps, and modern images to show the ongoing impact of colonialism and resource exploitation. It tied the past and present together really clearly.
One piece of constructive feedback would be to maybe add a quick summary or takeaway point at the end of each section to help readers connect the dots even more easily.
Ruben Garcia
I will second a previous comment that noted how Namibia is having difficulties with a Chinese mining company. It reeks of an extension of the past exploitation Namibia has suffered–which this infographic does a great job of presenting–at the hands of colonial powers. I hope–though past history shows that will not be an easy prospect–that the country can find ways to allow economic development while still finding ways to avoid this kind of exploitation from being perpetuated by outside powers.
Emily Norwood
I was surprised to learn that Namibia’s focus is primarily on uranium deposits and other minerals rather than diamond mining. This is particularly significant given the recent attention to rare earth mineral contracts in the context of the Ukraine-Russia war. The inclusion of the investigation into the unethical treatment of mine workers by a Chinese company was a particularly compelling aspect of the graphic. This element resonated with me because it highlights the broader issue of ethical consumption; even when purchasing products domestically, it is important to consider their international sources and impacts.
Jesse Turnquist
What surprised me about Namibia was the investigation of the Chinese company Xinfeng investment. I was shocked to see who the court ruled in favor of the company itself. This just goes to show countries like China have a heavy influence in Namibia and greater Africa and tend to get away with corruption and unethical behavior. Great infographic.
Elena Petrova
Thank you for creating such an interesting and engaging infographic! Namibia’s history and its vast natural resources place it in a unique position that allows it to enhance its economic development. As you pointed out, Namibia’s ability to balance between government and corporate interests would have a decisive role.
The layout of the infographic is structured in such a way that it is very easy to follow and I enjoyed the illustrations as they help grasp the topic. Excellent job!
Daniel Foxx
Hey Cris,
You present a very descriptive and well-made infographic! I am surprised to see that Namibia currently has 68 active mining sites all around the country, and I am happy to read that the Namibian government is cracking down on the exploitation and abuse of Namibian miners. Overall, I loved your in-depth analysis of Namibia’s current economic climate. Amazing work!
Caio Ravagnani
Many countries in Africa remain dependent on resource exploration because of the colonial era. During my research, I also focused on the mining industry, and it is surprising to see how many things Namibia and South Africa have in common. As you showed in your research, unethical uses of resources have caused many negative impacts in the country, and the solution for these problems is a multifaceted approach emphasizing bottom-up initiatives.
LaShanna Hill
What surprised me most about this country is how for over 80 years, Namibia was under the influence of many regimes of South Africa. How they also had to be under apartheid until 1990. The best part of this infographic was the representation of mining sites across it’s regions that play apart with government and private sectors relationship.
Maricela Hernandez
I was very surprised to learn how Namibia, despite being rich in resources like gold and copper, still struggles due to historical exploitation. The best part of the infographic was the mention of global partnerships and the investigation into unethical practices by foreign companies like Xinfeng. Overall, great job on the infographic!
Mia Ramirez
What surprised me in this infographic was how the Namibian people were exploited for their resources during the Apartheid era. What caught my attention was the amount of resources Namibia has, such as copper, zinc, magnesium, silver, gold, and lead. The best part of this infographic was learning how Namibia partners with different corporations so they can send all their materials abroad. This resonated with me because it caught my attention how a certain company in China was under investigation for its unethical treatment. This infographic was very detailed, which made the issues stand out.