Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Unlocking capital for explorers and junior mining companies

Exploration is vital for global mining future, but junior miners still face challenges in raising early-stage capital. This panel explores who’s funding exploration in 2026, how juniors are positioning themselves for success, and the role governments, particularly South Africa, are playing in incentivising discovery through new funds, incentives, and regulatory reforms.


Wednesday 11 February 10:05 - 10:50 Investment Programme River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)

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Exploration is vital for global mining future, but junior miners still face challenges in raising early-stage capital. This panel explores who’s funding exploration in 2026, how juniors are positioning themselves for success, and the role governments, particularly South Africa, are playing in incentivising discovery through new funds, incentives, and regulatory reforms.

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

Dominic Piper

Editor, Paydirt Media

Speakers

Adriana Blesa

VP Safety & Sustainability , Anglo American

Ignacio de Calonje

Chief Investment Officer, Global Energy & Metals & Mining , World Bank Group

Paul Barrett

CEO, Rome Resources

Sunny Shah

Investment Team Leader, Resource Capital Funds