Ramaphosa urges Africa to guard minerals, warns global order is weakening

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a blunt message at the African Union summit, warning that the global rules-based order is weakening and Africa must protect its vast mineral wealth. He pushed for African nations to act together, add value to their resources, and stop exporting raw materials cheaply. His remarks come as global powers race for critical minerals vital for tech and energy transitions. Ramaphosa also touched on AU reforms and conflict resolution efforts in South Sudan and Sudan.