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Is the term “Critical Minerals” right for Africa?

The traditional definition for critical minerals was defined by the global north referring to minerals need for the energy transition. Should Africa follow this definition, is it right for its development, and is there a clear way to avoid definition overload?


Tuesday 10 February 09:00 - 10:15 Critical Minerals Ngorongoro Crater Stage (CTICC1 - Level 2)

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The traditional definition for critical minerals was defined by the global north referring to minerals needed for the energy transition. Should Africa follow this definition, is it right for its development, and is there a clear way to avoid definition overload?

Ngorongoro Crater Stage (CTICC1 - Level 2) Africa/Johannesburg
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Moderator

Isabelle Ramdoo

Director, IGF, IISD

Speakers

Dr. Marit Kitaw

Economics Affairs Officer, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

Dr. Molefi Motuku

CEO , Mintek

Fabiana Di Lorenzo

Senior Director, Responsible Business Alliance

Isaac Tandoh

CEO, Minerals Commission

Martin Poggiolini

Executive: Corporate Development , Valterra Platinum

Shirley Webber

Coverage Head, Resources & Energy, Absa CIB