Building Mineral Resilience

Analyze how South Africa can use its mineral resources to build durable economic value while navigating changing trade relationships and global demand. Compare strategies such as exporting raw materials, processing minerals locally, developing downstream industries and diversifying trade partners. Consider employment, infrastructure, energy and water needs, environmental impacts, worker and community interests, and the risks of relying on a small number of buyers or markets. Recommend a decision framework for balancing short-term export income with long-term industrial capability.