About

Enhancing Africa's Contribution to Global Industry

Thakadu is a metals and chemicals group commited to advancing Africa’s role in clean energy value chains.

We specialize in value addition at source by building and operating processing plants that convert critical raw materials into high-purity metals and chemicals for our global customers.

Transforming Critical Raw Materials into High-Value Global Products.

GLOBAL REACH

Strategically based in South Africa, our operations benefit from access to international markets, fortified by strong global partnerships.

Our Story

Founded in 2015, we’ve grown into a leader in ethical sourcing and innovative production, pursuing the highest standard in sustainable practices.

2015

Thakadu Battery Materials established, and signed milestone nickel supply agreement with Lonmin Plc (now Sibanye-Stillwater)

2016

Feasibility completed for the construction of Africa’s first battery grade nickel sulphate refinery

Thakadu Chrome acquired a significant stake in ChromTech an established chrome beneficiation company

2020

Thakadu Nickel Sulphate Refinery Commisioned and Strategic Distribution Agreements signed for key markets

2021

Thakadu starts commercial production and export of high purity nickel sulphate

2023

Thakadu Packaging Established

Joint Venture Signed with Mertech Marine

Strategic nickel supply agreement signed with blue chip auto OEM

2024

New Strategic Partnership signed for Asia starting 2025

Company ADDRESS

1st Floor, Block D, 
Turnberry Office Park 
48 Grosvenor Road, 
Bryanston,
Johannesburg,
2191,
South Africa