Mozambique has begun refining its own graphite domestically, marking a strategic shift from exporting raw ore to capturing more value within the global battery supply chain.
The new processing facility, built with Chinese investment, is already operating at levels that have doubled previous production forecasts, according to reports from The Rio Times.
This development signals a deepening of Chinese industrial influence in Southern Africa’s critical minerals sector.
By moving upstream into refining, Mozambique aims to secure a more stable position in the electric vehicle battery market, reducing reliance on volatile raw commodity prices and increasing export margins.
The expansion comes as global demand for battery-grade graphite continues to outpace supply, driven by the rapid electrification of transport.
The graphite milestone adds to a broader narrative of economic stabilization in Mozambique.