South African Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe proposes withholding minerals from the United States in retaliation for President Donald Trump's decision to cut funding to South Africa. Mantashe advocates for African unity and leveraging the continent's mineral resources for its own benefit. He emphasizes the need for responsible investment in the mining sector that prioritizes community development and social responsibility.
Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe said South Africa should consider withholding minerals from Trump's United States.Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe wants Africa to form a united front against the exploitation of the continent’s minerals.
The minister’s comments come in the wake of United States President Donald Trump calling for a halt in funding to South Africa due to the recent signing of theLate last night, Trump then said he would also be cutting funding to South Africa over his belief that land was being confiscated from “certain” citizens.“Lets mobilise Africa, lets withhold minerals to US…If they don’t give us money, let’s not give them minerals.
He said that while gold mining was in decline, coal, chromium, manganese, platinum, copper, and others were thriving.“ have discovered the power of belonging together. We have not discovered that power — we move in different directions, take different positions, and become vulnerable as a continent,” the minister said.The mining indaba is pitched to lure foreign investment to the sector, and Mantashe asked investors to be honest about their intentions.
“Because if you create jobs, make no money, and get liquidated as a company, what happens?” Mantashe asked.
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