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South Africa’s mineral exports soar. Can infrastructure cope?

Large mining truck in a scenic mountain setting on a clear day. Photo by Usame Dzinovic @ Pexels
Large mining truck in a scenic mountain setting on a clear day. Photo by Usame Dzinovic @ Pexels

Eric Kasongo

Senior Journalist and Strategic Researcher specializing in political economy, mining, energy, and financial markets across Central and Southern Africa, with a strong focus on data-driven analysis and regional investment.
  • South Africa’s $45.2bn mineral exports face mounting infrastructure costs.
  • Rail bottlenecks and expensive electricity threaten mining competitiveness.

 

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – South Africa’s mineral exports reached $45.2bn in 2025, but expensive electricity and struggling railways threaten the industry’s global competitiveness.

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