Mozambique’s mineral sector hold a significant position in global production, especially in Aluminium, Beryllium, and Tantalum. In 2006, Mozambique contributed 6% to the world’s Tantalum production, 5% to Beryllium, and 2% to Aluminium. The Mozal smelter plays a major role in manufacturing despite limited employment impact. The mining sector, including cement and natural gas, accounted for 1.5% of the economy in 2012, with projections of more than 10% annual growth due to Coal and gas output. Moreover, energy contributes 5%. These sectors are poised for substantial growth, driven by increased Coal and Gas production, with Mozambique’s Gas reserves being among the largest globally.
Mozambique, located in southeastern Africa, has seen substantial increases in the production of Coal, Granite, Garnet, Diatomite, and other minerals since the mid-2000s. Key operations include privately owned Cement plants, the Mozal Aluminium smelter, and the Temane gas processing plant. Artisanal mining produces Gold and Various Gemstones. Mozambique is Africa’s second-largest Aluminium producer. Additionally, the country has seen developments in its Coal industry, with companies like Vale and Beacon Hill Resources working on expanding their mining operations. The natural gas sector has also shown promise, with significant discoveries in the Eovuma Basin potentially positioning Mozambique as a leading global LNG exporter.
These are the key mineral resources of Mozambique:
- Aluminium.
- Beryllium.
- Tantalum.
- Coal.
- Cement.
For extra details about the Mining Industry of Mozambique, read this article.
