Kabwe, Zambia: A City Contaminated by Lead Pollution

Kabwe, Zambia, faces extreme lead pollution due to decades of mining activity and toxic waste, leading to contaminated soil and severe health consequences, particularly lead poisoning in children.

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Kabwe, Zambia's lead contaminated city

In Kabwe, Zambia, thousands of people are exposed to extreme lead pollution. The reason: decades of mining activity and toxic waste left behind. The soil is contaminated and children suffer from lead poisoning with dramatic health consequences. Watch our #Reporters ➡️ https://youtu.be/SO2letmpqFE

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Kabwe, Zambia: A City Contaminated by Lead Pollution

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