Conference Program

This session will explore practical local and global case studies on successful mineral resource management. Explore best practices in sustainable mining, regulatory frameworks, and innovation, providing actionable insights for African countries to address similar challenges and drive responsible, long-term growth.

- Sustainable Mining in Canada: The Ring of Fire Initiative 
- Chile's Approach to Copper: From Nationalization to Sustainable Production 

- Ghana's Community Mining Schemes: Empowering Artisanal Miners 
- Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund and Mineral Resource Management 

- South Africa's Mining Charter: Evolution and Impact 

This session of presentations will explore the untapped mineral wealth of African nations as they strive to attract new investments in capital and technology for their mining sectors. These presentations provide an in-depth analysis of each country’s mineral reserves, regulatory frameworks and current and planned mining activities.

This session will showcase successful examples of local beneficiation and industrialization in Africa, focusing on how different countries have strategically moved beyond raw mineral exports to add value through processing and manufacturing.

- Zambia's Copper and Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate Beneficiation Initiatives 

- Morocco's Phosphate Beneficiation 

- Namibia's Lithium Processing Initiative 

- South Africa's Manganese: From Ore to Alloy and Battery Applications 

This lunchtime session will showcase innovations in Africa's critical minerals sector, focusing on technology, sustainable exploration, mining practices, and supply chain solutions.

- Remote Sensing and Drone Technology for Monitoring and Exploration 
- Circular Economy in Mining: Waste to Resource 
- AI and Machine Learning in Mineral Exploration 

- Advanced Processing Technologies 
 

Strategic Investments, M&A, and the Role of Carbon Credits in Africa's Critical Minerals Sector
 

This session will examine the interplay of strategic investments, M&A, trade policies, and innovative financing tools like carbon credits in shaping Africa’s critical minerals sector. Panellists will highlight opportunities for sustainable growth, global competitiveness, and community impact through value addition, ESG alignment, and collaborative strategies

How global geopolitical shifts are influencing critical mineral demand and supply, positioning Africa as a pivotal player in the evolving landscape.

Inspiring a vision where Africa's critical mineral wealth becomes a catalyst for sustainable develop ...

Innovation and Ethical Leadership in Africa’s Critical Minerals

This session will explore strategies for developing local industries around critical minerals, from extraction to value-added products. Industry leaders will focus on ethical mining practices, green technologies, and partnerships that drive sustainable growth in Africa’s mining sector.

This lunchtime session will focus on trends in key minerals that are pivotal to Africa's transformation and strategic position in the global critical minerals market.

- Copper: The Backbone of Electrification 

- Cobalt: The Battery Metal 

- Lithium: Powering the Future 

- Rare Earth Elements: Tech Essentials 

- Platinum Group Metals (PGMs): Catalysts for a Cleaner Future 

Africa’s Strategic Path Forward: Policy, Beneficiation, and Regional Synergy

A ministerial-led discussion on crafting policies for sustainable development, enhancing local beneficiation, and fostering regional collaboration within Africa to integrate effectively into global markets while prioritizing environmental and community needs.

This session will provide a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between Africa's mineral potential and the automotive industry's evolution, offering strategic, economic, and policy perspectives on how Africa can fully engage in and benefit from the EV revolution.

This session explores how mining can drive sustainable development through meaningful community engagement, environmental stewardship, and initiatives that promote long-term economic and social benefits at local and global levels.

This session explores how international alliances can reshape global critical mineral supply chains, focusing on inter-regional cooperation, technology transfer, and supply diversification to ensure stability and sustainability in the face of global economic shifts.

This session will discuss how emerging technologies are revolutionizing the mining industry in Africa, emphasizing the role of digital tools in enhancing transparency, operational efficiency, and sustainable practices across the mining value chain.

This session will spotlight the critical role of women in shaping the critical minerals industry, from exploration to policy-making. It will delve into the unique contributions of women to the sector, strategies to foster gender diversity, and how this diversity is vital for innovation, sustainability, and ethical mining practices in Africa.