
In this exclusive interview, Hon. Mohlomi Moleko, Minister of Natural Resources for the Kingdom of Lesotho shares insights on how a unified African approach can unlock the continent’s untapped mineral potential. Speaking at #MI25, he discusses regional collaboration on sustainable resource management, the empowerment of small-scale artisanal miners, and the importance of community investment.
From job creation to education and healthcare, discover how Lesotho and its neighbors, including South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe, are working together to maximize mining’s benefits for both local communities and Africa as a whole. Don’t miss this exclusive conversation.

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