USELESS Rhetoric and Empty Promises! How South Africa Remains Poor

In today’s video, we break down the mind-boggling statements made by South Africa’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, during the G20 Critical Minerals Framework. From calling for value-added exports to demanding other nations respect South Africa’s "views"—even when those views alienate key trading partners like the U.S.—this is political delusion at its finest.

We explore how the ANC government continues to push dangerous trade and energy policies without understanding basic economics, market realities, or global diplomatic consequences. Mantashe's call to smelt minerals locally—despite crippling energy shortages, decaying infrastructure, and zero economic incentive—shows just how far out of touch our leadership really is.

We also revisit the real-world risks of alienating Western powers in trade, the myths about BRICS alternatives, and how history (yes, 1980s sanctions) could easily repeat itself. Buckle up—this isn’t just political theatre... it’s economic suicide.

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