About AMSG

Overview

The Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) is an intergovernmental organization and continental specialized agency established by African Governments to advance cooperation, strategic coordination and value-led development of Africa’s critical minerals sector.

CONTINENTAL INSTITUTION

A Continental Platform for Africa’s Mineral Future

Established by African Governments on 9 January 2024 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) advances continental cooperation, strategic coordination and value-led development across Africa’s mineral ecosystem.

AMSG serves as a platform for African states, strategic partners and the private sector to coordinate policies, mobilize investment, strengthen responsible mineral development and position Africa at the centre of the global energy, digital and defence future.

INSTITUTIONAL SNAPSHOT

AMSG at a Glance

Established: 9 January 2024
Founded by: African Governments
Mandate: Critical minerals development
Model: Intergovernmental cooperation
Focus: Value addition, continental cooperation, industrialization, investment, responsible sourcing and mineral security

INSTITUTIONAL JOURNEY

The Emergence of AMSG

From Riyadh to a continental platform for Africa’s critical minerals future.

INSTITUTIONAL JOURNEY

The Emergence of AMSG

From Riyadh to a continental platform for Africa’s critical minerals future.

9 Jan 2024

Establishment in Riyadh

African Governments establish AMSG as a continental platform for strategic minerals cooperation.

Feb 2024

Ministerial Resolution Ratification

The AMSG Ministerial Resolution is ratified in Cape Town, formally activating the institutional process and opening the Charter for signature.

24 Apr 2024

First Ratification by Malawi

Malawi becomes the first African nation to ratify the AMSG Charter.

Jul 2024

First Ministerial & CEO Roundtable

AMSG convenes its first Ministerial and CEO Roundtable at the 3rd AFNIS in Abuja.

Sep 2024

First UNGA High-Level Roundtable

AMSG convenes its first High-Level Roundtable on the sidelines of UNGA79 in New York.

Nov 2024

Launch of ARMSI

AMSG launches the Africa Responsible Mineral Sourcing Initiative in Dubai.

Jan 2025

Madini & AMT Launch

AMSG launches the Madini Blockchain Platform and Africa Mineral Token in Riyadh.

Jan 2026

First General Assembly & Elections

AMSG convenes its First General Assembly and elects its first substantive leadership.

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CONTINENTAL MANDATE

Our Continental Mandate

AMSG exists to strengthen Africa’s collective capacity to coordinate mineral policy, mobilize strategic investment, advance value addition, and position the continent at the centre of the global energy, digital and defence future.

01

Coordinate African Mineral Cooperation

Aligning African States around shared priorities, policy coordination, continental mineral diplomacy and common positions in global minerals governance.

02

Advance Value Addition & Industrialization

Supporting Africa’s transition from raw mineral exports to beneficiation, processing, refining, manufacturing and mineral-based industrial growth.

03

Strengthen Critical Minerals Security

Enhancing continental cooperation on strategic minerals security, resilient supply chains, resource governance and Africa’s long-term economic sovereignty.

04

Mobilize Strategic Partnerships & Investment

Connecting African Governments, investors, DFIs, private sector actors and global partners to accelerate responsible mineral development.

05

Promote Responsible Sourcing & ESG

Advancing African-led standards, traceability systems and ESG frameworks to strengthen transparency, sustainability and responsible mineral governance.

06

Position Africa at the Centre of the Future

Ensuring Africa’s mineral resources drive industrial transformation while supporting the global energy transition, digital infrastructure and strategic supply chains.

STRATEGIC ECOSYSTEM

Strategic Platforms & Initiatives

Driving Africa’s mineral value addition, investment, traceability, responsible sourcing and strategic transformation through continental platforms and partnerships.

FEATURED PLATFORM

AMSG Madini Blockchain Platform

A continental digital infrastructure for mineral traceability, responsible sourcing, compliance, tokenization and transparent mineral governance across Africa.

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FEATURED INITIATIVE

Africa Critical Minerals Security

A strategic platform strengthening mineral intelligence, supply chain resilience, illicit trade prevention, cross-border cooperation, and Africa’s critical minerals security.

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FEATURED FUND

Africa Minerals Investment Fund

A catalytic investment platform supporting mineral value addition, strategic infrastructure, industrial development, and Africa’s transition from resources to wealth.

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FEATURED PLATFORM

Africa Minerals Tokenization

A blockchain-enabled initiative advancing mineral-backed financing, transparency, liquidity, and value creation across Africa’s mineral economy.

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FEATURED INITIATIVE

Africa Responsible Mineral Sourcing

A continental initiative advancing responsible sourcing, due diligence, ESG alignment, traceability, and trusted access to international mineral markets.

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FEATURED FUND

Africa Natural Capital Mapping Fund

A continental fund accelerating exploration, geological intelligence, mineral data infrastructure, and verified African mineral resource mapping.

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CONTINENTAL REACH

Africa’s Expanding Minerals Alliance

Advancing a growing coalition of African Member States, strategic partners and continental initiatives shaping the future of critical minerals development, value addition, industrialization, security and resource sovereignty.

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FOUNDING MEMBER NATIONS

31

FOUNDING & PARTICIPATING states

2024

YEAR ESTABLISHED

55

AFRICAN STATES TARGETED FOR COOPERATION

1

AFRICAN VISION FOR MINERAL SOVEREIGNTY

$100B

Africa MInerals investmeNT FUND TARGET CAPITALIZATION

GOVERNANCE & LEADERSHIP

An African-Led Institutional Framework

AMSG is guided by African Governments through its General Assembly, Ministerial Steering Committee and Secretariat to advance coordinated critical minerals development across the continent.

SUPREME POLICY ORGAN

General Assembly

The highest decision-making organ of AMSG composed of Member States responsible for strategic direction, institutional governance and continental policy guidance.

MINISTERIAL LEADERSHIP

Ministerial Steering Committee

Comprising Ministers responsible for minerals and mining, the Committee oversees implementation, strategic coordination and ministerial cooperation.

EXECUTIVE COORDINATION

Secretariat

Led by the Secretary-General, the Secretariat coordinates institutional operations, strategic initiatives, partnerships and continental engagement.

A continental institution established by African Governments for Africa’s strategic minerals future.

ENGAGE WITH AMSG

Advancing Africa’s Strategic Mineral Future

AMSG welcomes engagement with African Governments, strategic institutions, investors, industry leaders and development partners committed to Africa’s mineral value addition, industrialization and responsible development agenda.

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