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Lithium and graphite: What Is Africa's true potential for filling the long-term EV battery gap? And, how can industry support downstream battery manufacturing opportunities in-country?

 Part of the Redefining Critical Minerals programme (hosted as part of the Disruptive Discussions agenda on Wednesday)

  • What is needed to expedite the introduction of new lithium and graphite mines in Africa?
  • How big is Africa's lithium and graphite potential exactly?
  • Responsible sourcing - the make or break for these critical minerals?
  • The government question - how to balance the profit scale between global supply of raw materials and downstream value-addition
  • Lessons learned - advice from Africa's current producers


Wednesday 05 February 10:20 - 11:05 CTICC1

Disruptive Discussions

Add to calendar 02/05/2025 10:20 02/05/2025 11:05 Lithium and graphite: What Is Africa's true potential for filling the long-term EV battery gap? And, how can industry support downstream battery manufacturing opportunities in-country?

 Part of the Redefining Critical Minerals programme (hosted as part of the Disruptive Discussions agenda on Wednesday)

  • What is needed to expedite the introduction of new lithium and graphite mines in Africa?
  • How big is Africa's lithium and graphite potential exactly?
  • Responsible sourcing - the make or break for these critical minerals?
  • The government question - how to balance the profit scale between global supply of raw materials and downstream value-addition
  • Lessons learned - advice from Africa's current producers
CTICC1 Africa/Johannesburg
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Moderator

Estelle Levin-Nally

CEO and Founder, Levin Sources

Speakers

Inga Petersen

Executive Director , Global Battery Alliance

Shaun Verner

Managing Director and CEO , Syrah Resources

Shirley Webber

Managing Principal, Coverage Head: Resources & Energy Sector, Absa Corporate and Investment Banking