ZAL Tradings is a Critical Minerals Processing & Offtake Company
ZAL Tradings develops, processes and secures offtake for critical minerals across Africa, connecting high-value resources with U.S. and allied markets through principal-level project development and financing.
Market Expertise
In-depth commodity intelligence and strategic insight across global markets
Global Presence
Operations and partnerships spanning Africa, the Middle East and the Americas
Project Development
Active critical minerals, processing and energy projects across Africa and global markets
Newsroom
Recent Milestones
Offtake agreements and government partnerships advancing ZAL Tradings' critical minerals platform across East and Southern Africa.
ZAL Tradings Signs Tin, Tungsten & Tantalum Offtake Agreement in Rwanda
ZAL Tradings LLC has signed an offtake agreement in Rwanda covering tin, tungsten and tantalum (3T), extending the company's East African offtake portfolio into minerals essential to electronics, aerospace and defense supply chains.
ZAL Tradings Signs Platinum Group Metals Offtake in Kenya and Zimbabwe
PGM offtake agreements across two jurisdictions, strengthening ZAL's supply of metals critical to catalytic, hydrogen and industrial applications.
Lithium Sulphide Offtake Agreement Signed with Kenyan Authorities
A battery-materials offtake positioning ZAL Tradings within the lithium supply chain for next-generation energy storage.
ZAL Tradings Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Kenyan Authorities
The MoU establishes a framework for cooperation with Kenyan authorities, advancing ZAL's critical minerals programme in the country.
Our Core Sectors
ZAL Tradings works across the critical minerals value chain, from the ground up — developing strategic mineral assets, processing ore into market-ready concentrates, and securing bankable offtake that delivers supply to U.S. and allied markets and powers the global energy transition.
Critical Minerals & Mining
Rare earth elements, fluorspar, graphite, niobium, tantalum and battery minerals. We secure and develop high-grade assets from exploration through production.
Processing & Beneficiation
In-country beneficiation that upgrades raw ore into export-grade concentrates — capturing more value at the source and feeding energy-transition supply chains.
Offtake & Project Finance
Bankable offtake agreements with U.S. and allied buyers, structured for development finance and institutional capital — taking projects from resource to revenue.
About ZAL Tradings
ZAL Tradings LLC is a US-owned critical minerals processing and offtake company headquartered in Irving, Texas. We develop and execute strategic projects across Africa and global markets — partnering with world-class engineering firms, offtake partners, and investors to deliver long-term value across the critical minerals and energy sectors.
We partner with world-class engineering firms across critical minerals and rare earth projects, bringing global expertise in mine planning, environmental assessment, and project delivery.
Project Finance & Advisory
Connecting global markets
Expert Team
Connecting global markets
Market Insights
Data-driven decisions
Trusted Partner
Proven track record
About ZAL Tradings
ZAL Tradings LLC is a US-owned critical minerals processing and offtake company headquartered in Irving, Texas. We develop and execute strategic projects across Africa and global markets — partnering with world-class engineering firms, offtake partners, and investors to deliver long-term value across the critical minerals and energy sectors.
We partner with world-class engineering firms across critical minerals and rare earth projects, bringing global expertise in mine planning, environmental assessment, and project delivery.
Project Finance & Advisory
Connecting global markets
Expert Team
Connecting global markets
Market Insights
Data-driven decisions
Trusted Partner
Proven track record
Our Business Model
ZAL Tradings operates as a principal-level company with direct interests across critical minerals development, processing, and offtake. We develop projects, secure strategic partnerships, and work with best-in-class technical and engineering partners to bring world-class assets to production. Our focus is on quality, integrity, and long-term impact across the markets we serve.
World-Class Partner Ecosystem
ZAL Tradings works directly with global industry leaders, eliminating intermediaries and delivering authentic equipment, technical expertise, and full lifecycle support on every project.
Vermeer
Surface Mining
Pan Africa (Komatsu)
Heavy Equipment
Kaytech
Geotextile Engineering
Koch Industries
Industrial Solutions
GeoIntel X
Resource Mapping
Our Projects
ZAL Tradings is actively developing critical minerals processing and offtake projects across Africa and international markets, working with world-class engineering and strategic partners.
Rare Earth Elements
Namibia • Southern Africa • Critical Minerals
Fluorspar & Critical Minerals
Kenya • East Africa • Critical Minerals
Mineral Processing Facility
Nairobi, Kenya • East Africa • Critical Minerals
Rare Earth Elements
Zimbabwe • Southern Africa • Critical Minerals
REE, Fluorspar & Gallium
Mozambique • Southern Africa • Critical Minerals
Coal & Energy Resources
Limpopo • South Africa • Energy
Energy Commodities
Africa & Global • Energy
The CUBF Model
Africa-wide • Mining • Beneficiation
Global Presence
Our strategic locations across multiple continents enable us to serve clients worldwide and capitalize on regional market opportunities.
ZA
South Africa
Southern Africa
- South Africa
- Active Market
WA
West Africa
West Africa
- Nigeria, Guinea & Sierra Leone
- Active Market
KE
Kenya
East Africa
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Active Market
MZ
Mozambique
Southern Africa
- Maputo, Mozambique
- Active Market
TZ
Tanzania
East Africa
- Tanzania
- Active Market
ZW
Zimbabwe
Southern Africa
- Harare, Zimbabwe
- Active Market
CA
Canada
North America
- Canada
- Active Market
Worldwide Reach, Local Expertise
Our global network allows us to understand local markets while leveraging international opportunities, ensuring the best outcomes for our clients.
Leadership Team
Our experienced founders bring decades of combined expertise in critical minerals, energy, and international business development.
John Romiluyi
Co-Founder & General Manager
Co-Founder & General Manager | MSc Petroleum Engineering | US Federal Government Project Management
Lansana Savane
Co-Founder & Strategic Director
Co-Founder & Mining Director | 20+ years BHP / Rio Tinto / Energold
Zufuru Tejan-Kella
Co-Founder & Operations Director
Co-Founder & Head of Operations | Africa & International Operations
Combined Expertise
Our leadership team combines deep market knowledge with extensive networks across critical minerals, processing, offtake, and project finance, ensuring exceptional service delivery for our global clients.
Get In Touch
Ready to explore a co-investment, off-take, or institutional partnership opportunity? Contact ZAL Tradings to discuss our active critical minerals portfolio, project finance engagements, or US government-aligned development programs.
Contact Information
Primary Contacts
Global Offices
- UAE • USA • Nigeria • Guinea • Sierra Leone • Kenya • Namibia
- 24/7 Global Support
Mailing Address
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6565 N MacArthur Blvd Suite 225
Irving, TX 75039