[Expert opinion] - To compete with China and secure supply chains, the U.S. needs Africa’s minerals
By Ademola Adeshina, President - Sabi
The United States manufacturing renaissance is at risk of failure without Africa. As demand for critical minerals surges, African nations have an opportunity to not just supply resources but also build stronger economies by positioning themselves as indispensable global players. America’s technology and defense industries will depend on its ability to double the supply of critical minerals, but many factors – domestic shortages, China geopolitics – leave U.S. businesses vulnerable. If the country does not rethink its strategy, it will fall further behind in securing the essential resources that power its economy.