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The future of coal in Africa’s energy mix

Monday, February 24, 2025

In this thought-provoking Mining Indaba TV interview, Michelle Manook, CEO of FutureCoal, addresses the pressing questions surrounding coal’s role in Africa’s energy landscape. She discusses the steps FutureCoal members are taking to mitigate environmental impact, the role of technology in reducing emissions, and how coal fits alongside uranium in the energy mix. Michelle also tackles the criticism that coal hinders Africa’s transition to a greener future and shares insights on what’s needed to future-proof the mining industry.

Don’t miss this insightful discussion on the evolving role of coal in Africa’s energy sector.


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