Refining the opportunity – Investing in African critical minerals value chains

As the race for critical minerals intensifies, Africa is evolving from a supplier of raw materials into an emerging hub for processing and advanced manufacturing. This panel explores the next phase of value creation from midstream to downstream development. What makes a beneficiation project bankable in today’s climate, how are investors evaluating risk, and what role do co-investment structures, tax incentives, and strategic offtakes play.

Monday 09 February 15:45 - 16:30 Investment Programme River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)

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Add to calendar 02/09/2026 15:45 02/09/2026 16:30 Refining the opportunity – Investing in African critical minerals value chains

As the race for critical minerals intensifies, Africa is evolving from a supplier of raw materials into an emerging hub for processing and advanced manufacturing. This panel explores the next phase of value creation from midstream to downstream development. What makes a beneficiation project bankable in today’s climate, how are investors evaluating risk, and what role do co-investment structures, tax incentives, and strategic offtakes play.

River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village) Africa/Johannesburg

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Moderator

Olebogeng Ramatlhodi

Deloitte Africa Indirect Tax Leader, Deloitte

Speakers

Agit Singh

Executive Head of Processing Operations, Valterra Platinum

Dr. Solomane Kone

Director, Africa Natural Resources Management & Investment Center , African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

Vijay Kumar

Deputy CEO, Vedanta Zinc International