AFRICA

Africa critical minerals coverage focuses on the continent’s
indispensable role in global cobalt and copper supply. The Democratic
Republic of Congo produces approximately 70% of global cobalt, primarily
from the Katanga Copperbelt, while South Africa dominates platinum group
metal output from the Bushveld Complex. Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique,
Guinea, and Namibia add copper, lithium, graphite, bauxite, and uranium
to Africa’s critical minerals portfolio. This section tracks operations
by Glencore, Ivanhoe Mines, Anglo American, CMOC, and the growing
pipeline of Western-aligned projects competing with Chinese investment
for Africa’s strategic minerals — alongside policy, investment climate,
and supply chain due diligence developments in 2026.