China has approved Namibia's export of mutton and dried fruits.

This was confirmed by President Nangolo Mbumba at his arrival from Beijing, China, today. 

The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation discusses the mandate of securing export markets for Namibian products and attracting foreign direct investment to Namibia. 

The ban on exports of critical raw materials is seen as an opportunity for the country's two large uranium mines, Rossing and Husab, to add value.

The Cabinet has banned exports of lithium and other critical minerals and rare earth elements.

This follows a submission by the Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, to this effect.

The export of lithium in its raw form has been the focus of some communities and activists lately.