Uganda
Former pangolin breeder Olsen East Africa expands mining business

Pangolins are among the world's most trafficked animals. There is a large demand in Asia in Asia for its meat and the reputed medicinal properties of its scales.
Pangolins are among the world's most trafficked animals. There is a large demand in Asia in Asia for its meat and the reputed medicinal properties of its scales. © Reuters
The Chinese-owned Olsen East Africa, which first arrived in Uganda to breed pangolins, recently requested a new mining exploration permit. [...]

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