Rwanda, a mineral-rich nation, has emerged as a leading player in East Africa’s mining sector. Thanks to its political stability and investor-friendly environment, the country is positioning itself as a regional hub for mineral processing. Rwanda’s abundant resources, including tin, tantalum, tungsten, lithium, and rare earth elements, hold great potential for value addition.
Since its mining industry began in the 1930s, Rwanda has made remarkable progress, with mining overtaking tourism as the largest contributor to export revenues. The country is among the world’s top producers of tin, tantalum, and tungsten, with significant reserves of gold and niobium. Its promising lithium and rare earth deposits further fuel Rwanda’s rapid economic growth.
In 2022, Rwanda became the largest exporter of tungsten globally, accounting for 31% of global tungsten exports and 14% of global tin exports. It also maintains a notable position among the leading exporters of niobium, tantalum, and vanadium, contributing 5% of the global supply of each.
JH METAL conducted in-depth research in various mining areas in Rwanda
In October 2024, JH Metal Company conducted a 10-day survey on the local supply of tantalum and niobium in Rwanda. Key findings from the survey include:
Explore additional target supply markets.
Establish local sorting and refining operations to enhance resource utilization.
With its strategic initiatives, JH Metal is committed to contributing to Rwanda’s mining sector while ensuring sustainable practices and long-term partnerships.
