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“Africa must take control of its own destiny.”

At Mining Indaba 2026, Gabon’s Minister of Mines and Geological Resources, H.E. Sosthène Nguema Nguema, called for stronger South-South cooperation, regional integration and African-led investment to unlock the continent’s mineral potential.

The Minister emphasised the importance of African countries working together to share expertise, mobilise investment and develop the infrastructure needed to support a more integrated and competitive mining sector.

He also underscored the need for Africa’s vast mineral wealth to deliver tangible economic benefits for its people, particularly communities living around mining operations. His message highlights the importance of moving beyond mineral extraction towards greater local value creation, inclusive development and shared prosperity.

These priorities resonate with Mining Indaba 2027’s theme, Stronger Together: Partnerships in Practice, which places collaboration, investment and practical delivery at the heart of Africa’s mining future.