African Minerals Development Centre

🌍 The African Green Minerals Observatory offer may different types of resources: If you are looking for actionable insights on sustainable mining, green mineral value chains, or governance? The Resources page of the African Green Minerals Observatory website is your go-to hub for data, reports, and tools that empower governments, decision-makers, industry leaders, and researchers alike. 💡 Highlighted Resource: Did you know!: In 2023 Ghana developed it’s own #GreenMInerals Policy. A key feature of the policy is that it prohibits the export of raw lithium and other green minerals. Policymakers can lean on insights from this document and others available on africangreenminerals.com to align national strategies with global sustainability goals, ensuring Africa’s critical minerals are mined responsibly and contribute to local growth. Why It Matters to You: Whether you're a government official shaping policy, a business leader navigating investments in green minerals, or an academic diving into research, these resources are tailored to help you make informed decisions and drive impactful change. Start exploring today! Visit the Resources page 📚 here: https://lnkd.in/dxr3BA9J #AMDCMedia #CriticalMinerals #GreenMinerals

🌍 Your Questions On The African Green Minerals Observatory (AGMO) Answered. Curious about how AGMO supports Africa’s green minerals journey? Here are answers to 3 frequently asked questions: 1️⃣ What is AGMO’s mission? To ensure Africa’s critical minerals drive sustainable development, global energy transitions, and local economic growth. 2️⃣ How does AGMO benefit stakeholders? By providing reliable data, tools, and strategies to foster transparency, value addition, and responsible mining practices. 3️⃣ Who can use AGMO’s resources? Government agencies, private sector players, civil society, and researchers seeking to align with the African Green Minerals Strategy. Get more answers to frequently asked questions on our about us page: https://lnkd.in/d2s-nubj #AMDCMedia #GreenMinerals #CriticalMinerals

🎉 Happy New Year from the African Minerals Development Centre! 🎉 Welcome to 2025—a year brimming with opportunities to transform Africa’s mineral wealth into sustainable development for all. Together, let’s push boundaries, foster innovation, and achieve new milestones in aligning Africa’s resources with global sustainability goals. Here’s to a prosperous year ahead! Team AMDC #HappyNewYear #AMDCMedia

🌍 Discover Africa's Rich Mineral Wealth through the African Green Minerals Observatory! Did you know Africa holds 30% of the world's mineral resources, including critical minerals like cobalt, lithium, and nickel? These minerals are essential for the global energy transition, and now you can explore their potential in detail. 📖 Introducing Mineral Profiles: The African Green Minerals Observatory website offers comprehensive mineral profiles, providing: Key Uses: Learn how these minerals power renewable energy and tech innovations. Geological Insights: Discover where they are found across Africa. Economic Impact: Understand their role in shaping Africa's sustainable growth. The African Green Minerals Observatory (AGMO) currently profiles eight critical minerals: bauxite, cobalt, copper, graphite, lithium, manganese, nickel, and rare earth minerals. AGMO will expand its coverage by adding more country and mineral profiles in the coming months, aiming to include states from various regions and additional strategic minerals as identified by the African Green Minerals Strategy. Visit 👉 africangreenminerals.com #AMDCMedia #CriticalMinerals #GreenMinerals #Agenda2063

🌍 Why the African Continent Desperately Needs The African Green Minerals Observatory The African Green Minerals Observatory website is more than a resource hub—it's a platform designed to align Africa's mineral wealth with sustainable development. 📚 Why it Exists: The platform empowers policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and communities by providing access to data, reports, and tools. Its purpose? To ensure Africa’s critical minerals fuel not just the global energy transition, but also equitable growth, local value addition, and environmental sustainability. 💡 What You’ll Find: Actionable insights on green mineral value chains. Governance tools for transparent and responsible mining. Case studies like Ghana's Green Minerals Policy, showcasing innovative approaches to retaining value within the continent. 🌱 Why It Matters: This is your go-to platform for aligning with Africa’s vision of green, inclusive, and sustainable mineral resource management. Whether shaping policies, making investments, or conducting research, the Observatory equips you to lead with impact. Start Exploring: 👉 africangreenminerals.com #AMDCMedia #GreenMinerals #CriticalMinerals

Did you know? Guinea, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Mozambique collectively account for at least one-third of the world's proven bauxite reserves... The African Green Minerals Observatory (AGMO) provides reliable data and insights to guide responsible investment, policy decisions, and sustainable growth in Africa’s green mineral sectors. It is Africa’s key platform for guiding the sustainable and strategic use of its green mineral wealth. In its first phase, AGMO spotlights 7 countries (DRC, Guinea, Madagascar, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe) and 8 green minerals (bauxite, cobalt, copper, graphite, lithium, manganese, nickel, and rare earth). Developed by the African Minerals Development Centre and supported by the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA), AGMO strengthens Africa’s path to long-term growth. Explore more: africangreenminerals.com #AMDCMedia #GreenMinerals

The African Green Minerals Observatory (AGMO) is your gateway to understanding and harnessing Africa’s abundant #GreenMinerals —like cobalt, lithium, and manganese—to power a sustainable and inclusive future. Overseen by the African Mineral Development Centre, AGMO promotes local value addition, equitable growth, and responsible extraction of these critical resources. By processing minerals closer to their source, we create skilled jobs, foster innovative industries, and also retain greater economic value within African communities. This approach accelerates technology transfer, strengthens regional supply chains, and lays the groundwork for more diversified, resilient economies. Importantly, AGMO aligns with the African Green Minerals Strategy, ensuring that the continent’s mineral wealth directly benefits its people and safeguards the environment for generations to come. This commitment reinforces the aspirations of Agenda 2063—Africa’s blueprint for transformative growth and prosperity—by advancing industrialization, sustainable resource management, and deeper regional integration. Ultimately, AGMO plays a pivotal role in connecting Africa’s rich natural endowments to the long-term social and economic well-being of its citizens. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d2s-nubj #AMDCMedia #GreenMinerals #CriticalMinerals

🎄 Season’s Greetings from the African Minerals Development Centre! 🎄 As the year draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners, stakeholders, and supporters. Together, we’ve made significant strides toward sustainable and equitable mineral resource management in Africa. May this festive season bring you peace, joy, and renewed inspiration to continue building a greener, more inclusive future. Warm wishes, Team AMDC #SeasonsGreetings #AMDCMedia

🌱 The minerals powering our future could transform the economies that produce them—if we let them. While clean energy thrives on critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel, many resource-rich developing countries see little of the prosperity. Exporting raw materials often means missed opportunities for jobs and growth. The AMDC is committed to better outcomes for the continent through: Benefit Sharing, Value Addition, and Economic Diversification. Here's what it means: 💡 Share the Wealth: Reinvest mining profits in local communities—schools, hospitals, and infrastructure. 💡 Process Locally: Create jobs and keep the value chain at home. 💡 Diversify Economies: Build resilience by growing industries beyond mining. The energy transition shouldn’t just be clean—it should also be fair. Support policies and companies that ensure everyone benefits. Let’s power a future that works for all. #AMDCMedia #GreenMinerals #CriticalMinerals

Ratification is a crucial step in turning policies into tangible progress. By formally approving key institutions—like the African Minerals Development Centre —countries commit to shared goals, set clear standards, and ensure accountability. This process not only strengthens trust and cooperation among member states, but also helps unlock the benefits of sustainable resource management. Ultimately, ratifying the AMDC empowers African nations to shape their own futures, creating jobs, boosting local industries, and fostering a cleaner, more inclusive economy. #RatifyAMDC #AMDCMedia