The Ndege Group, through Africa’s Sovereign Development Trust® (ASDT), has announced the launch of the African Rare Earth Mineral Fund, a landmark initiative aimed at advancing Africa’s economic sovereignty. This fund represents a strategic move to ensure that the continent directly manages and benefits from its valuable natural resources, securing wealth for its people and future generations.
The fund is dedicated to overseeing the acquisition, management, processing, and export of precious stones and metals for global industries. By placing these operations under African leadership, The Ndege Group ensures that the economic value generated from rare earth minerals remains within the continent, driving equitable growth and sustainable socioeconomic transformation.
Positioned within the Ndege Foundation’s Development Finance Fund, the initiative is part of a broader portfolio of integrated programs, including education, water management, environmental protection, infrastructure, and policy support. Together, these initiatives reflect the Group’s commitment to holistic, policy-driven, and practical development solutions.
The African Rare Earth Mineral Fund will also be supported by the Group’s OmniGaza® platform, set to launch with a major technology partner, and secured through the United African Defence Force©. This combined approach of technology and defense highlights a forward-looking strategy to safeguard and advance Africa’s economic interests.
The initiative will feature prominently at the inaugural Sandton Symposium 2025, hosted by ASDT, which aims to bring together continental and industry leaders. The event will focus on moving from theoretical debates to the practical implementation of policies and programs that can shape Africa’s long-term development.