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Critical minerals on Africa’s terms with Mzila Mthenjane
The African mining sector is at an inflection point. Once primarily viewed through the lens of extraction for the Global North, a new narrative – one of African Agency, sovereignty, and strategic self-determination – is rapidly emerging. In the latest episode of Voices of Africa, Mzila Mthenjane projects a sector actively reimagining its purpose, pivoting from passive supplier to strategic developer, fundamentally driven by its own needs and a commitment to enduring, inclusive growth. A major highlight is Mzila’s call for an African Critical Minerals Strategy that prioritises local infrastructure over global exports.
Produced by Africa Practice, in partnership with Investing in African Mining Indaba.
We must look at what Africa needs first. Take Simandou in Guinea: transporting that ore to South Africa for beneficiation and end-use within our own borders is a massive opportunity. It is about establishing regional linkages that first and foremost benefit the continent.
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In this episode
00:00 Weclome to Voices of Africa
03:06 Leadership lessons
09: 53 Sustainability and energy in mining
16:27 Critical minerals and African development
27:03 Operation Vulindlela and regional integration
34:23 The importance of exploration in mining
41:54 A vision for the future of South African mining
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