Category: Natural Resources
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The Forgotten Revolution: How Early Electric Vehicles Were Overtaken by Fossil Fuel Power
More than a century ago, electric vehicles quietly ruled America’s roads—clean, quiet, and years ahead of their time. But as cheap oil flooded the market and powerful industrial interests reshaped infrastructure and public perception, the promise of electric mobility faded into history. This article revisits the forgotten rise and fall…
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Fault Lines and Shockwaves: Ethnicity, Greed and Regional Fallout in Liberian Wars
The Liberian civil wars were never confined to Liberia alone. Fueled by ethnic tensions, regional rivalries, and the ruthless pursuit of profit, the wars spilled across borders and entangled neighboring countries in a deadly network of arms, diamonds, and political intrigue. From Ivorian complicity in the war’s origins to Taylor’s…
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South Sudan: A Dream of Freedom Trapped in Endless Conflict
South Sudan’s independence in 2011 was hailed as a rare triumph of self-determination. Yet, beneath the celebrations lay deep-seated ethnic divisions, fragile governance, and a dangerous reliance on oil wealth. Within just two years, political rivalry between President Salva Kiir and Vice President Riek Machar erupted into a brutal civil…
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U.S. Oil Industry: Production, Dependence, and Global Impact
The United States stands as the world’s largest oil producer, yet its energy landscape is marked by paradoxes. Producing 21 million barrels per day, the country still imports oil due to refining limitations and economic strategies. While leading in output, the U.S. ranks 11th in global reserves, far behind nations…
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Rwanda’s Hidden Agenda in the DRC Conflict
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is once again at the center of a brutal conflict, with the resurgence of the M23 rebel group in early 2025 reigniting tensions in the region. As accusations of Rwanda’s involvement mount, the crisis deepens, exposing a complex web of historical grievances, economic ambitions,…
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