African Nations Face High Stakes in Global Mineral Contest

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the geopolitical rivalry and challenges African nations face in the contest for critical minerals, during a summit for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing, emphasizing the shared desire for development and progress across the continent.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa underscored the geopolitical rivalry and the resultant challenges faced by African nations in the contest for critical minerals while addressing the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit in Beijing.

The summit, held this week, brought together leaders from 50 African nations, emphasizing their collective interests in modernization, development, and progress across the African continent.

Ramaphosa's remarks spotlight the key issues at the heart of this ongoing struggle, underscoring the significant impact on African countries.

(With inputs from agencies.)