SADC Executive Secretary Elias Magosi urges member states to stop exporting raw critical minerals and instead prioritise beneficiation and job creation. In his remarks, Magosi calls for countries in the region to move up the value chain rather than relying on the export of unprocessed resources.
The report frames this as a regional policy shift aimed at capturing more value from mineral extraction. While the information provided here is limited to a single outlet summary, it aligns on the central message: SADC’s leadership is pushing for greater processing within the region and a stronger link between mining and employment.
Overall, the emphasis across coverage is on changing how critical minerals are traded—shifting from raw exports to industrial development through processing and beneficiation, alongside job creation for local communities.
