Africa holds ~30% of global mineral reserves — strategic minerals for the energy transition (cobalt, lithium, copper) plus precious metals and gemstones. This guide covers top countries, mandatory certifications, and how to verify ethical sourcing on Afrikoni.
DRC (cobalt, copper, coltan), South Africa (gold, platinum, manganese, chrome), Zambia (copper), Zimbabwe (lithium, platinum), Ghana (gold), Botswana (diamonds), Tanzania (tanzanite, gold), Namibia (uranium, diamonds).
Kimberley Process for diamonds; OECD Due Diligence Guidance for conflict minerals (3TG: tin, tantalum, tungsten, gold); Responsible Minerals Initiative for cobalt. Afrikoni-listed mineral suppliers must hold the relevant certs.