Tanzanian Graphite Dispute Continues as South African Court Clears ARC

Tanzania · COMPANIES

Key Facts

—The claim: Pula Group seeks about $195 million in damages, alleging Motsepe-linked entities breached confidentiality and non-compete obligations tied to a Tanzanian graphite project.

—The South African ruling: On 15 April 2026, the Gauteng High Court found African Rainbow Capital was not liable because it was not a party to the non-disclosure agreement signed in 2019.

—The NDA: The agreement was signed between African Rainbow Minerals and Pula, not African Rainbow Capital, the court confirmed.