Welcome to DAT Mineral Connect

We aim to bring Rare Earth Elements and Critical Minerals to the US, while ending Supply Chain dependence on China. DAT Mineral Connect is confident a partnership with the resource-rich African country of Angola is a means to this end.

Angola's Lobito Corridor is emerging as one of Africa’s most vital gateways for trade and resource integration, linking the mineral-rich Copperbelt of Angola, Zambia, and the DRC to global markets through the deep-water Port of Lobito. This strategic route, along with Angola’s Malange and Moçâmedes Rail Corridors, presents an unparalleled opportunity for US - Angola collaboration. The partnership intends to secure diversified and sustainable supply chains, bringing Angola’s critical minerals to the United States while fostering African development.

About Us

Forging a US – Angola Partnership for a Sustainable Minerals Future

DAT Mineral Connect LLC is a US-based strategic advisory and commercial facilitation firm dedicated to advancing critical mineral partnerships between the United States and Angola. We focus on strengthening US supply chain resilience by diversifying away from dependency on China, ensuring a secure, transparent, and sustainable flow of rare earths and other critical minerals vital to US national security and economic competitiveness.

Angola and the broader Lobito Corridor region represent promising frontiers for responsible mineral development and infrastructure growth in Africa. Our firm supports project identification, local engagement strategies, and market-entry planning that align US commercial objectives with Angola’s national development priorities.

Our mission is to bridge US capital and expertise with Angola’s resource potential facilitating partnerships that drive industrial growth, regional integration, and long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation across the critical minerals sector.

Facilitation of Strategic Commercial Partnerships

We work with institutional investors, developers, and operating companies to identify, align opportunities and facilitate introductions to qualified Angolan stakeholders, both public and private. We act as independent commercial advisors.Through these efforts, we strengthen the US’s supply chain resilience while promoting sustainable investment and mutual growth across Angola, the Lobito Corridor, and beyond.

What We Do

Market Intelligence

Geopolitical & Market Insight

We offer regional intelligence to help investors make informed decisions in a fast-changing geopolitical context. Our insights support long-term strategy development, risk mitigation, and alignment with national economic integration goals under the African Continental FreeTrade Area (AfCFTA).

Project Evaluation Support

We assist with early-stage project vetting, and partnership strategy for initiatives across logistics, rail, mineral processing and energy. With a strong US focus, we broker strategic deals between US companies and Angolan stakeholders, building trusted partnerships that advance US interests in securing reliable, sources of critical minerals.

WHY INVEST NOW

Key Focus Areas

Rail and freight infrastructure
Port development and intermodal logistics
Mineral processing and industrial hubs
Renewable energy and transmission systems
Digital customs, SEZs, and trade facilitation
Workforce and vocational training partnerships
Digital logistics and customs systems
Shipping industries
Strategic Investment in local Workforce Skills and Capabilities

Critical Minerals Gateway: Offers direct access to global demand for copper, cobalt, and rare earths – key inputs in batteries, EVs, and clean energy infrastructure.
Infrastructure Multiplier: Rail and port upgrades reduce freight time and cost by up to 40%, improving export competitiveness and opening new margin potential.
Early Mover Advantage: Investors can secure positions across transport services, industrial zones, energy, and minerals processing before the Corridors reach full capacity.
Revenue Stability: 30-year rail concession structure offers long-term, dollarized cash flows with strong upside tied to mineral throughput.

Projected Impact & Growth

1 million tons/year of copper and cobalt exports by 2030
3,000+ direct and indirect jobs in logistics and mining services
Enhanced regional integration under AfCFTA
Support for ESG and carbon-reduction goals in global supply chains

Why Choose Us

Our Core Values: Empowering Strategic Investments in Angola and Securing U.S. Supply Chain Independence

Deep understanding of Angola’s business environment
Strong regional insight and international market fluency
Independent, transparent, and compliance-forward
Committed to mutual benefit and long-term value creation
We benefit from a full time company representative in Angola

Geopolitical Risk Management

At DAT Mineral Connect, we provide geopolitical analysis grounded in deep cultural insight and regional expertise to advance US mineral supply chain independence. By combining strategic intelligence with on-the-ground understanding of Angola and the broader Lobito Corridor region, we help US investors and partners navigate complex environments with clarity and confidence. Our tailored guidance empowers US stakeholders to make secure, informed decisions while positioning the United States at the forefront of sustainable resource partnerships across Africa’s emerging mineral corridors.

WHO WE SERVE

• Institutional and private investors

• Infrastructure and logistics developers

• Energy and mining operators

• Risk-conscious capital allocators

• Development finance institutions

• Global and African trade partners