The 2026 Country Showcases brought the Mining Indaba theme, “Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships,” to life in tangible and strategic terms.

From critical minerals strategies and beneficiation frameworks to modernised mining codes, infrastructure integration, and downstream industrial ambitions, each showcase reflected a continent moving deliberately toward partnership-driven growth. Collectively, the programme sent a clear signal: Africa’s mining future will not be built in isolation, but through aligned policy, private-sector confidence, and long-term collaboration grounded in mutual benefit.

Republic of South Africa

South Africa inaugurated the Country Showcases with a strategic and confident tone. The session outlined the country’s ambition to consolidate its position as a leading critical minerals producer and a competitive hub for downstream value addition in support of the global energy transition. Led by an opening statement from Minister Gwede Mantashe, the platform convened senior economic and mineral ministries alongside investors to reinforce policy coherence, regulatory certainty, and clearly defined investment pathways. The showcase focused on fast-tracking projects, addressing structural constraints, and strengthening collaboration across the critical minerals value chain. The message was precise: partnership is central to unlocking South Africa’s next phase of mining growth.

Republic of Mozambique

Mozambique highlighted its expanding mineral and energy portfolio through a focused, investment-oriented session. Bringing together senior government leadership and project developers, the showcase underscored the country’s commitment to sustainable mining and responsible resource development. Strategic projects, including Monte Muambe’s fluorspar and rare earth development, were positioned as concrete opportunities for partnership. Led by the Minister of Minerals and Energy, Mozambique presented itself as an emerging, diversified, and engagement-ready investment destination.

Arab Republic of Egypt

Under the banner “Invest in Egypt,” Egypt presented a mining sector undergoing structured transformation. The showcase detailed regulatory reform, institutional strengthening, and digitalisation efforts aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency. Investors were guided through the full mining lifecycle, supported by the rollout of a modern cadastre system and digital licensing platform designed to improve predictability and regulatory clarity. Egypt closed Day One of the Showcases with a forward-looking narrative centred on converting reform momentum into bankable projects and sustainable industrial growth.

Republic of Angola

Angola opened Day Two with a highly attended and impactful programme chaired by Minister Diamantino Pedro Azevedo. The Angola Mining Business Forum highlighted ongoing operations and investment-ready projects across diamonds, copper, and niobium. Innovations such as the Mining Cadastre Portal underscored regulatory modernisation, while a high-level roundtable featuring ANRM, ENDIAMA, Niobonga, Anglo American, Rio Tinto, and Ivanhoe Mines demonstrated structured public–private collaboration. Angola positioned itself as a jurisdiction focused on clarity, coordination, and unlocking broader mineral potential through partnership.

Republic of Côte d’Ivoire

Côte d’Ivoire framed its session around multi-stakeholder mining governance for sustainable development. Emphasising regulatory stability and strategic vision, the showcase highlighted governance reforms and strengthened geoscientific data through SODEMI. With participation from Endeavour Mining, Allied Gold, Fortuna Mining, and other operators, Côte d’Ivoire reinforced its reputation as a transparent and investor-friendly jurisdiction committed to responsible mining and long-term sector sustainability.

Republic of Guinea

Guinea presented a decisive shift from potential to performance under the theme “From Simandou to Simandou 2040.” The session detailed tangible milestones, including Simandou coming online, construction of alumina refineries, the introduction of a national reference pricing mechanism, and attainment of its first sovereign credit rating. Through high-level interventions from the Presidency and strategic partners, Guinea outlined an integrated roadmap linking mining to infrastructure, energy, and industrialisation. Institutional reforms, including the strengthening of ANAIM, CTG, NMC, and SOGUIPAMI, underscored a commitment to predictability and long-term economic transformation.

Republic of Zambia

Zambia’s showcase centred on strengthening foundations for sustainable growth under the theme “Stronger Foundations: Mapping Growth, Building Partnerships.” Senior government leadership joined industry actors such as First Quantum Minerals, Mercuria, and Copperbelt Energy to highlight investment-friendly reforms and geological mapping innovation. Zambia positioned itself as a stable copper and critical minerals jurisdiction focused on policy certainty, coordinated development, and durable partnerships.

Islamic Republic of Mauritania

Under the theme “Mauritania, Land of Opportunities,” Mauritania presented itself as a stable, high-growth mining destination. The session highlighted geological potential across iron ore, gold, copper, uranium, and critical minerals, supported by integrated infrastructure and regulatory security. Presentations from SNIM, Kinross, MCM, and AURA Energy demonstrated operational performance and long-term partnership potential. Mauritania’s ambition to strengthen its role in global supply chains was clear and investment focused.

Democratic Republic of the Congo

The DRC Breakfast marked a standout opening to Day Three, convening a high-level Government-to-Business Dialogue on global value chains and downstream investment. Led by Minister Louis Kabamba Watum and joined by the Minister of Hydraulics and Electricity, the session linked mining expansion with energy alignment and industrial transformation. Contributions from Glencore, Ivanhoe, Barrick, TFM, MMG, and ERG reinforced the DRC’s position as a pivotal player in global critical mineral supply chains.

Republic of Mali

Mali showcased a reform-driven mining agenda anchored in its revised Mining Code. The session addressed investment competitiveness, financing, security considerations, and strengthened local participation. With emphasis on diversification, particularly lithium and local content, Mali signalled its intent to balance investor confidence with national value creation through structured and sustainable partnerships.

Republic of Botswana

Under the theme “50 Years of Mining Excellence: The Next Era Starts Now,” Botswana highlighted its transition from diamond dominance toward a diversified and value-driven minerals economy. Led by Minister Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, the showcase underscored governance stability and regulatory predictability. Contributions from the Botswana GeoScience Institute, Sandfire Resources, and De Beers reinforced Botswana’s long-standing reputation as a trusted jurisdiction expanding across the full value chain.

Republic of Ghana

Ghana focused on policy certainty and value addition as pillars of its evolving mining strategy. Regulatory reforms, streamlined licensing, and frameworks supporting medium-scale mining and ASM formalisation were highlighted. With participation from the Minerals Commission, Ghana Chamber of Mines, GoldBod, MIIF, GIISDEC, and leading operators, Ghana reinforced its position as an investor-ready jurisdiction prioritising beneficiation, lithium development, and transparent mineral trading.

Republic of Namibia

Namibia concluded the programme with a strong industrialisation narrative under the theme “Partnering for Value.” The session highlighted policy certainty, regulatory reform, and implementation of its Mineral Beneficiation Strategy aligned with Vision 2030. Presentations from government, the Geological Survey, Epangelo Mining, and the Namibia Investment and Promotion Board showcased licensing transparency, geological credibility, infrastructure readiness, and investment-ready projects. Namibia positioned itself as a stable, reform-driven partner committed to sustainable industrial growth.

Across all thirteen nations, the consistent message that emerged was that Africa is not merely presenting mineral potential but rather structuring investment environments, aligning policy with capital, and advancing coordinated partnerships designed for long-term value creation. The 2026 Country Showcases both presented opportunities and signalled a continent acting with strategic clarity, institutional confidence, and collective ambition.