Feb. 23, 2025 by Johan Grimonprez & Gustav Jönsson Shocks from underground What’s driving the terrible conflict in Congo? The 2025 Oscar-nominee Johan Grimonprez on a history of violence and the costs of global competition over critical minerals. War Economy 10 minute read This article is for members only Join to read on and have access to The Signal‘s full library. Join now Already have an account? Sign in