Mining Indaba brings together investors, mining companies, government leaders, and industry experts, creating unparalleled opportunities for networking and business development.
Connect with peers to form new partnership, discover investment opportunities from exploration through to production and engage directly with mining company executives. Gain valuable insights into the geopolitical, regulatory, and macroeconomic forces shaping the future of mining investment and long-term returns.
Ultimate hub for investors and mining companies to connect, that also consists of:
Explorers Showcase – a dedicated area for 40 mining companies at the exploration stage with a market cap below $20m to exhibit their African assets.
Junior Mining Showcase – a space where 17 junior mining companies with African assets exhibit.
Investment Lounge – an exclusive lounge for mining companies' representatives and investors to engage in an informal way
Investment Programme - is the hub of exclusive investment content, offering presentations, panel discussions, and insights tailored for investors and industry professionals.
Select this ticket if your primary role is investing in mining companies or mining-related infrastructure.
This complimentary pass is available to representatives from private equity firms, venture capital funds, institutional investors, asset managers, development finance institutions, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, and qualified private investors actively evaluating investment opportunities within the sector.
Registrations are subject to a qualification process before approval.
Gain insight into the diverse categories of financial professionals who drove investment in African mining at Mining Indaba 2026. These key players, including institutional investors, private equity firms, asset managers, hedge funds, sovereign wealth funds, and royalty/streaming companies, are shaping the future of mining finance, project funding, and deal-making across the continent.
| Sector | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Investment/Asset Management | 414 |
| Corporate & Institutional Banking | 346 |
| Investment Holding Company | 348 |
| Development Finance Institution | 192 |
| Private Equity | 166 |
| Trading | 150 |
| Family Office | 111 |
| Other | 31 |
| Qualified Private Investor | 27 |
| Hedge fund | 26 |
| Mining Company | 20 |
| Royalty/Streaming | 8 |
| Government Finance & Investment Agency | 51 |
| Sovereign Wealth Fund | 10 |
| Pension Fund | 9 |
Explore the hottest commodities driving investment in African mining at Mining Indaba 2026. These sectors, from battery metals and critical minerals to precious metals and bulk commodities, attract institutional investors, private equity, sovereign wealth funds, and mining financiers looking to capitalise on the energy transition, infrastructure demand, and global supply chains.
| Commodities | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Copper | 1190 |
| Gold | 1125 |
| Lithium | 756 |
| Manganese | 692 |
| Iron ore | 699 |
| Cobalt | 595 |
| Nickel | 511 |
| PGMs | 637 |
| Rare Earths | 632 |
| Zinc | 427 |
| Coal (Thermal) | 373 |
| Graphite/Graphene | 318 |
| Coal (Metallurgical) | 357 |
| Bauxite | 334 |
| Silver | 396 |
| Uranium | 359 |
| Tin | 348 |
| Mineral Sands | 261 |
| Molybdenum | 140 |
| Diamonds | 264 |
| Titanium | 291 |
| Lead | 202 |
| Tungsten | 268 |
| Vanadium | 240 |
| Antimony | 222 |
| Borate | 72 |
Discover the scale of capital flowing into African mining. From junior mining funding to major project financing, investors attending the event manage diverse portfolios, ranging from early-stage investments to multi-billion-dollar deals. Whether backing exploration projects, mine expansions, or strategic acquisitions, these financial powerhouses play a key role in shaping the future of mining investment, deal structuring, and capital markets in the sector.
Explore where investment is flowing across the mining value chain. From early-stage exploration to junior mining, mid-tier producers, and major mining companies, investors target diverse opportunities. Whether backing critical minerals, battery metals, or bulk commodities, these financial powerhouses in attendance fuel mine development, expansion projects, and strategic acquisitions across Africa.
Mining Indaba is where junior miners come to get deals moving. Whether you're looking to raise capital, attract new investors, or explore strategic partnerships and acquisitions, the opportunities are real and within reach. With direct access to financiers, industry leaders, and a global network of peers, it’s the place to tell your story—and take the next step in your journey.
Mid-tier miners attend Mining Indaba to build new contacts, connect with existing clients and suppliers, and gain insights from the most pressing conversations. Whether you want to scale, optimise, or solidify your presence, Mining Indaba offers the right environment to engage, learn, and lead.
Select this ticket if your primary role is investing in mining companies or mining-related infrastructure.
This complimentary pass is available to representatives from private equity firms, venture capital funds, institutional investors, asset managers, development finance institutions, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, and qualified private investors actively evaluating investment opportunities within the sector.
Registrations are subject to a qualification process before approval.
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