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“It is public knowledge that Africa’s critical minerals resources are extensive but largely untapped and this holds substantial opportunity to fast track the development of Africa, and by association, its economies, and communities. Critical minerals at large are driving the greatest level of interest and investment within the mining industry at present and will be an underlying feature across most of the discussions we facilitate.”
Laura Cornish,
Head of Content,
Investing in African Mining Indaba.
This year marks the 30th anniversary celebrations for Africa Mining Indaba, a conference known for promoting long-term investment in African mining. This year’s conference will run under the theme, “Embracing the power of positive disruption: A bold new future for African mining.” The theme reflects on the objective of finding solutions and paths towards positive change and sustainable mining in the mining industry. The conference aims to put Africa on a map to become a global competitor since Africa is a hub of critical minerals required to drive a sustainable future for the planet. It was held in Capetown South Africa from the 5th -8th of February 2024.
Furthermore, the conference will be attended by industry experts from policymakers and esteemed stakeholders in the mining industry from the US, Europe, Saudi Arabia, India. The future of the low-carbon economy lies in mining, and the key to mining’s future lies in the exploration and discovery of new mineral deposits hence the transition to green metals and minerals will be a key topic of discussion at the forthcoming 2024 Africa Mining Indaba. Africa is a critical mineral-rich region, and it holds 30 % of the world’s mineral reserves hence the main stage discussions titled “Voices of Disruption” will feature speakers from some of the Africa’s mining companies discussing how they bring positive change and disruption to the industry and the content at large.
Some of the headline speakers present included Anglo-American CEO Duncan Wanblad, Rio Tinto Minerals CEO Sinead Kaufman, Minerals Council South Africa CEO Mzila Mthenjane, Eurasian Resources Group CEO Benedikt Sobotka, Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman and Barrick Gold Corporation CEO Mark Bristow etc.
Investing in African Mining Indaba head of Content, Laura Cornish said that “It is public knowledge that Africa’s critical minerals resources are extensive but largely untapped and this holds substantial opportunity to fast track the development of Africa, and by association, its economies, and communities.
“Critical minerals at large are driving the greatest level of interest and investment within the mining industry at present and will be an underlying feature across most of the discussions we facilitate,”
Overall, the forum will also provide a platform for discussions on unlocking exploration opportunities, with a focus on advancing sustainable and responsible mining practices that cater to the global demand for critical minerals. The exploration panel features prominent speakers including Errol Smart, Josh Goldman, Marna Cloete, and Al Cook, moderated by Sonia Scarselli.
“The race to secure critical minerals for a low carbon economy is on. Disruptive conversations at Mining Indaba 2024 will focus on unlocking exploration in Africa.
“We will see significant contributions from government leaders and investors to support the development of critical minerals industries in Africa. Our discussions will also explore how Africa can leverage its minerals for sustainable development while meeting global needs.” said Eve Harper, Portfolio Director of Investing in African Mining Indaba.