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08:00
  1. Networking Coffee and Matchmaking
    60 mins
  2. Registration Opens
    60 mins
09:00
  1. Welcome from the Organiser
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
09:30
  1. Opening Ceremony
    60 mins
    • Strategic Conference
10:30
  1. Ministerial Forum: From Extraction to Transformation: African Governments Driving Beneficiation and Value Addition
    60 mins
    • Strategic Conference

     

     

11:30
  1. The Investor Perspective – Financing Africa’s Mineral Industrialization
    60 mins
    • Strategic Conference

    This panel discusses the investment landscape for African mineral industrialisation, covering financing options like bank loans, private equity, venture capital, and impact investing. Experts will address due diligence, risk assessment, and the role of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in investment decisions.

     

12:30
  1. Sponsored VIP and Delegate Networking Lunch
    90 mins
  2. Sponsored VIP and Delegate Networking Lunch
    90 mins
    • Strategic Conference
14:00
  1. Gold Summit - Power Chat
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Ghana’s Gold Renaissance: Refining and innovation, enhancing the nation's golden potentia  
  2. Roundtable: Strengthening Middle East and Africa Partnerships in Mining for Sustainable Growth
    60 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
  3. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
14:15
  1. Gold Summit- Unlocking Value: Scaling Up Gold Refining and Processing in Africa
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference

    This panel delves into the strategic importance of processing and value addition in Africa's gold trade. We'll explore how moving beyond raw material exports can unlock significant economic opportunities, foster regional integration, and create sustainable wealth for African nations.

14:45
  1. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
15:00
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
  2. Roundtable: European Partnerships in African Mining: A Mutually Beneficial Future.
    60 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
15:15
  1. Gold Summit - The Future of Gold: Predicting Prices and Managing Market Volatility
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference

     

     

15:30
  1. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
16:00
  1. Elevating Africa's Mineral Wealth: Case Studies in Local Beneficiation - Value Addition and Industrialization
    60 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    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 va ...
16:15
  1. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
17:00
  1. Exclusive Reception and Awards with live Jewellery demonstrations
    180 mins
07:30
  1. Breakfast Meeting - Aligning African Mining with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030: A New Era of Collaboration
    90 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
09:00
  1. Navigating Gabon's Mining Code: A Guide for Investors
    45 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
    Gabon's rich mineral resources offer significant investment potential, but understanding its mining code is crucial for navigating the regulatory landscape and ensuring successful operations. This pan ...
  2. Women in Leadership Forum - Power Chat
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Breaking Barriers: Women's Leadership in the Future of Minerals  
09:15
  1. Women in Leadership Forum - Women Pioneering Leadership in Africa’s Mining Industry
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Women are leading change in African mining. What are their unique experiences? How are they driving sustainability and innovation? And how can we create truly inclusive environments? This panel explor ...
09:30
  1. Junior Miners Forum - Business-to-business matchmaking
    120 mins
    • Technical Conference
    Seeking funding, strategic partnerships, or new business opportunities? This Junior Miners Forum offers a dedicated platform for junior mining companies to connect with investors, industry experts, an ...
09:45
  1. Invest in Angola’s mining sector
    45 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
    Angola's mining sector is ripe for transformative growth. This session will illuminate the immense, untapped potential of Angola's diverse mineral resources – from diamonds and copper to gold and beyo ...
10:00
  1. Technology Forum - Power Talk:
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Autonomous Mining: How Robotics and AI are Revolutionizing Resource Extraction  
10:15
  1. Technology Forum - Optimising Critical Infrastructure Through Digitalization
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    How can the mining sector leverage digitalisation to optimise its critical infrastructure in an era where data is king? Are we effectively harnessing the power of data analytics to predict failures, e ...
10:30
  1. Innovative Investment Strategies for Nigeria's Infrastructure Development
    30 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
    How can infrastructure development in transportation, power, and digital networks drive growth in Nigeria's mining sector? This session will evaluate the impact of targeted investments and the role of ...
11:00
  1. Networking Break
    30 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
  2. Networking Coffee Break
    30 mins
    • Strategic Conference
11:30
  1. Mineral Traceability: Reshaping Global Supply Chains and Geopolitical Influence
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    The drive for mineral traceability extends beyond ethical sourcing; it's a strategic imperative with profound geopolitical implications. But are we truly prepared for the shifts in power and market dy ...
  2. The Cobalt Opportunity: DRC's Strategic Position in the EV Revolution
    45 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
    This session shines a spotlight on DRC and offers valuable insights for investors seeking exposure to the growing cobalt market, exploring the latest trends, emerging technologies, and strategies for ...
  3. Youth-Driven Innovations in Mining Technology
    60 mins
    • Technical Conference
12:15
  1. Botswana’s Diamond Legacy: Transforming Resources into Sustainable Growth and Global Leadership
    45 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
    Botswana is building a future beyond diamonds, and investors are invited to be part of the journey. This session explores the country's long-term vision for sustainable growth and the investment oppor ...
  2. The Skills Dividend: Investing in Local Talent to Power Africa's Mining Future
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    How can Africa's mining sector truly build a skilled local workforce beyond simply extracting resources? What specific strategies can effectively promote homegrown expertise and facilitate meaningful ...
12:30
  1. From Ideas to Impact: Driving Innovation in Africa’s Minerals Sector
    90 mins
    • Technical Conference
    This lunchtime session will showcase innovations in Africa's minerals sector, focusing on technology, sustainable exploration, mining practices, and supply chain solutions.    - Remote Sensing and Dro ...
13:00
  1. Sponsored Networking Lunch
    60 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
  2. Sponsored VIP Lunch and lunch for delegates
    60 mins
14:00
  1. Presentation - ASM Regulation: Balancing Formalization and Livelihood Protection.
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Approximately 40.5 million people rely on artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), with around 100 million depending on it indirectly. How can we transform this crucial sector from informal operations ...
  2. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
  3. Zambia: Accelerating Exploration and Development Through Licence Reallocation
    60 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
    Through its innovative licence reallocation program, Zambia is opening new doors for mineral exploration and development.  This panel will highlight the investment opportunities created by this initia ...
14:15
  1. South Africa's Strategic Influence in the Global PGM Market
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    From catalytic converters to fuel cells, platinum group metals (PGMs) are essential for a cleaner future, and South Africa produces approximately 80% of the world's platinum. This dominant position gi ...
14:45
  1. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
15:00
  1. Networking Coffee Break
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
15:15
  1. Power Chat - The Copper Scramble: How Mergers are Reshaping the Global Supply Chain.
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
15:30
  1. Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships: Building Resilience in a Consolidating Industry.
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    The recent acquisitions by Altona Rare Minerals and Jubilee Metals highlight the mining industry's consolidation. Why are so many mining companies choosing to merge, acquire, and partner? How can thes ...
16:15
  1. From Mines to Markets: Strengthening Trade and Connectivity for Africa’s Mineral Future
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Can improved infrastructure, like the Lobito Corridor, truly transform Africa's mineral exports? How do enhanced networks impact mineral flow and supply chains? What role do trade agreements and priva ...
18:00
  1. Mining Deals in Minutes: Speed Networking for Investors & Project Developers
    180 mins
07:30
  1. Sponsored Investor Breakfast
    90 mins
  2. Sponsored Investor Breakfast
    90 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
08:00
  1. Networking Coffee
    60 mins
    • Technical Conference
09:00
  1. Power Talk - The Race for Critical Minerals: Geopolitics, Supply Chains, and Africa’s Strategic Role
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
  2. Roundtable Building Resilient Supply Chains: US-Africa Collaboration on Critical Mineral Infrastructure.
    60 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
  3. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
09:15
  1. Critical Minerals: Driving Renewable Development in Africa
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Africa's abundant reserves of cobalt, lithium, copper, and other essential minerals are undeniably crucial for the global shift to renewable energy. How can we ensure that Africa moves beyond being a ...
09:45
  1. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
10:00
  1. Power Talk- Coal's Indispensable Role: Powering Africa's Downstream Processing and Manufacturing Boom
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
  2. Roundtable: China - Africa Corporation on Critical Minerals
    60 mins
    • The Mining Investment Hub
10:15
  1. Coal and baseload power: A critical component of African energy generation
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Coal remains a significant source of baseload power in many African nations, but is it a sustainable solution for the future? As the continent strives to meet its growing energy demands, how can we ba ...
10:30
  1. Technical Workshop
    45 mins
    • Technical Conference
11:00
  1. Networking Break
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
11:15
  1. Networking Coffee
    15 mins
    • Technical Conference
  2. Powering Africa's Mining Operations with Renewables
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Can solar, wind, hydro, and green hydrogen reliably meet the immense energy demands of large-scale mines? We'll explore practical integration strategies for these renewable sources into complex mining ...
12:00
  1. Harmonizing ESG Standards and Driving Industry-Wide Adoption
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    Aligning ESG with business objectives is crucial, but how do we achieve this in practice? What are the most effective strategies for harmonising ESG standards across the African mining and energy sect ...
12:15
  1. Power Talk - Can Export Bans Transform African Economies into Manufacturing Hubs?
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
13:00
  1. Africa’s Mineral Future: A Roadmap Toward Sustainable Growth and Value Creation
    45 mins
    • Strategic Conference
    The transformation of Africa's mining sector has the potential to generate an additional $2 billion in revenue and create 3.8 million jobs by 2030 by enhancing the manufacturing of value-added product ...
13:45
  1. Closing Ceremony
    15 mins
    • Strategic Conference
15:00
  1. Sponsored Closing Braai
    180 mins
    • Strategic Conference
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