science Phys Org 2026-09-26

Scientists trace ancient Malawian copper ingots to Congolese mine

Researchers have used lead isotope analysis to link a mysterious hoard of copper ingots found in Malawi to the Kipushi mine in the Congo, located 800 kilometers away.

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