Focus on French Cinema Festival 2026

Cobalt Miners in the DRC

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Otala “Eagle” Mujinga runs Shabara, the largest artisanal cobalt mine in Congo that is part of a supply chain that fuels electric vehicles and green technology worldwide. As miners grow increasingly vocal, accusing foreign buyers of underweighing and undervaluing the cobalt they extract, Eagle is caught in the middle. Once a miner himself, he must navigate the threat of unrest among his workforce while maintaining relationships with foreign buyers and partners. 

  • Year
    2025
  • Runtime
    25 mins
  • Language
    French
  • Country
    France
  • Premiere
    Yes
  • Subtitle Language
    English
  • Director
    Luc Hardy
  • Screenwriter
    Luc Hardy
  • Producer
    Luc Hardy
  • Executive Producer
    Luc Hardy
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