Workshop 3 – Industrialising Africa

Unlocking potential: Value addition and industrial transformation in Africa

Working Group Sessions

• Africa’s Industrialisation Goals: Focus on value addition and economic diversification to support sustainable growth.
• Mining as a Catalyst: Address infrastructure gaps, promote beneficiation, and encourage local content to move beyond raw material exports.
• Policy Frameworks: Develop supportive policies, tax incentives, and trade agreements; improve infrastructure and regulatory reforms to attract investment.
• Incentives for Value Addition: Offer financial incentives (tax breaks, subsidies, credits) and develop clusters and SEZs to encourage value-added industries.
• Collaboration/Implementation Roadmap: Create actionable strategies for mining-driven industrialisation with policy steps and collaborative frameworks.