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3 articlesWill Zimbabwe’s lithium strategy help it break into the value-adding game?
Zimbabwe is positioning itself to move beyond raw mineral extraction by processing lithium domestically, with China's Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt exporting the continent's first lithium sulphate shipment from its Arcadia mine. The government accelerated its raw mineral export ban to February to support this value-addition strategy.
Why China is looking to coal waste as a source of critical metals
China is extracting critical metals like lithium, gallium, and germanium from coal waste byproducts (gangue and fly ash) by leveraging its extraction technology and industrial infrastructure advantages. The practice converts traditionally low-value waste materials into valuable resources while addressing environmental concerns from stockpiling.
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Argentina’s exports are on track for a record 2026 —and the agro is no longer doing it alone
Argentina's export projections for 2026 are expected to reach a record $94.4 billion, driven by diversification beyond agriculture into energy, mining, and lithium sectors. The headline emphasizes that agriculture is no longer the sole engine of export growth, signaling economic restructuring.