Thursday
February 26
2026

Zimbabwe Bans All Raw Mineral Exports

Zimbabwe suspended exports of all raw minerals from the country in a sudden move that could impact global supply chains that depend on its output of lithium to produce EV batteries. Harare said the step was in the “national interest” to promote local processing of minerals to add more value within the country.

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Source: Semafor (link opens in a new window)

Categories
Energy, Environment, Transportation
Tags
e-mobility, international trade, mining, supply chains