economy
February 27, 2026
Major lithium producer imposes export ban
Zimbabwe’s Mines Ministry has announced a ban on raw mineral shipments, citing widespread malpractice and export leakages in the sector
TL;DR
- Zimbabwe has suspended all exports of raw minerals and lithium concentrates.
- The ban aims to promote local processing, enhance value addition, and prevent export leakages.
- Mines Minister Polite Kambamura stated the measure is for the "national interest" due to "widespread malpractices and export leakages."
- Zimbabwe is Africa's largest producer of lithium.
- The ban's lifting is contingent on miners complying with government requirements.
- Similar bans have been implemented by Malawi and Namibia.
- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa advocates for African nations to expand domestic processing capacity.
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