Geopolitics, Africa and the real business of critical minerals

The world’s largest economies are reliant on critical Africa’s critical minerals for their industrial, technology and new energy needs. But with the world becoming increasingly unstable, globalization on the back foot, and both trade wars and hot wars breaking out, Africa risks losing the development advantage its mining should offer. But with the right strategic focus and risk management the continent could thrive. In this context we explore: 
•The Geopolitics of demand
•How Africa can move up the minerals value chain
•Investment into infrastructure and logistics that benefits host countries 
•Dealmaking and mobilizing money for new projects