What is the primary objective of South Africa's participation in the EU's first investment roadshow in Johannesburg?

South Africa's primary objective is to move up the value chain by focusing on beneficiation, processing, and industrial development of critical minerals—not merely exporting raw materials—as stated by Trade Minister Parks Tau: 'Our objective is not to export raw minerals. Our objective is beneficiation, processing, industrial development.'

Why is the EU prioritising investment in South Africa's critical minerals sector at this time?

The EU is prioritising investment in South Africa's critical minerals sector to build alternative supply chains amid China's restrictions on mineral exports with potential military applications, learning from its past overreliance on Russian energy—'The best way to decrease dependencies is to diversify, and South Africa plays an important role,' according to EU Parliament foreign affairs committee chairman David McAllister.

EU starts first investment roadshow in South Africa targeting minerals

Jun 1, 2026

The EU launched its first investment roadshow in South Africa to secure €12 billion for critical minerals and value-chain processing, aiming to diversify supply chains away from China. Key agreements include funding for green energy and infrastructure modernization.

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2026-06-01

EU starts first investment roadshow in South Africa targeting minerals

EU starts first investment roadshow in South Africa targeting minerals

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