From Minerals to Markets: Africa’s Path Up the Clean Energy Chain

The IEA report “Stepping Up the Value Chain in Africa” explores how African countries can move beyond raw material exports to gain more value from clean energy supply chains — like refining minerals and manufacturing technologies. Despite rich resources, Africa captures less than 1% of the clean energy manufacturing value. With the right policies, investment, and infrastructure, the continent could significantly boost jobs, income, and industrial growth by 2040.