CAMVaC Publications

African Critical Minerals Research & Policy

Explore CAMVaC publications including working papers, policy briefs, and strategic research on African critical minerals governance and mineral value chains.

Publications Overview

CAMVaC’s publications sit at the intersection of research excellence and policy relevance.

Our work is designed to support sovereign decision-making, institutional learning, and strategic clarity across Africa’s mineral value chains. We publish analytical frameworks, working papers, policy briefs, and strategic commentary that translate complex value chain dynamics into actionable insight.

CAMVaC’s publications are organised into the following core categories:

Working Papers

In-depth analytical papers exploring critical minerals governance, industrial upgrading, and producer-centred strategy.
These papers advance conceptual frameworks and empirical analysis intended for policymakers, researchers, and academic audiences.

Policy Briefs

Concise, decision-oriented documents translating research findings into clear policy options and strategic recommendations for governments and institutions.

Framework Papers

Technical documentation outlining CAMVaC’s sovereign diagnostic tools, including methodology, application, and policy relevance.

Conference & Presentation Papers

Research presented at international policy and academic forums, contributing African perspectives to global debates.

Commentary & Op-Eds

Short-form strategic analysis on emerging issues in critical minerals governance, regional integration, and the energy transition.

Policy Relevance & Impact

CAMVaC publications are developed with:

Direct relevance to national and regional policy processes
Alignment with African industrialisation agendas
Sensitivity to political economy and institutional realities

Our goal is not publication volume, but strategic impact.

How to Use Our Publications

Our publications can support:

Strategy development and policy review
Institutional capacity building
Academic research and teaching
Regional coordination and comparative learning

Each publication includes clear guidance on intended use and limitations.

Featured Publications

From Geological Endowment to Industrial Power

A Producer-Centred Criticality Matrix for South African Manganese Beneficiation
Status: APORDE 2026 Submission

This paper introduces the Linkage-Based Criticality Matrix (LBCM), offering a sovereign diagnostic approach to mineral criticality grounded in developmental linkages and institutional capacity.

The GVC Squeeze: From Governance to Paralysis

Status: Globelics 2025 Conference Presentation

An analysis of how global value chain governance structures can constrain producer upgrading despite growing global demand.

Designing the Linkage-Based Criticality Matrix (LBCM)

Status: Forthcoming

A detailed methodological paper outlining the structure, scoring logic, and policy application of the LBCM framework.

Open Access & Knowledge Sharing

CAMVaC is committed to knowledge transparency and accessibility.

Where possible, publications are made available as:

Open-access PDFs
Executive summaries
Downloadable toolkits and diagnostics

This approach supports sovereign analytical capacity and regional learning.

Our Frameworks

Let’s Build Sovereign Capability Together

Whether you are shaping national strategy, advancing research, or exploring partnership opportunities, we invite you to engage with our work.

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Why Choose Us

Producer-Centred. Policy-Driven. Sovereign by Design.

We don’t offer generic analysis or off-the-shelf consulting. We work with governments, institutions, and strategic partners to build lasting sovereign capability—grounded in evidence, aligned with policy, and designed for long-term industrial transformation.

Producer-Centred Thinking

CAMVaC places producer countries at the centre of critical minerals governance. Our frameworks begin with national development priorities, not external market classifications or investor convenience.

Policy-Relevant, Not Just Academic

Our work bridges the gap between rigorous research and real-world policy application. Every framework, diagnostic, and publication is designed to inform decision-making, not sit on a shelf.