Mining Indaba connects junior miners with the investors, governments, downstream buyers and industry partners that can help move projects forward. Raise your profile, access new sources of capital and build the strategic relationships needed to accelerate development and growth.
Stronger Together: Partnerships in Practice means creating the connections that transform promising projects into future-producing mines.
Mining Indaba is attended by a diverse array of investors, including private equity firms, sovereign wealth fund, institutional investors, automotives and high-net-worth individuals that are mandated to invest funds directly into mining companies. Through the Business Matchmaking platform, attendees can set-up meetings with investors and financiers to attract investment capital and explore financing options to support their growth initiatives.
You'll have access to dedicated networking events designed to help you connect with investors actively seeking early-stage opportunities, build visibility among major mining houses and policy influencers, and forge new partnerships to accelerate your next phase of growth. Whether you're looking to raise capital, promote a discovery, or position your project for the next stage, this is where conversations begin and opportunities take shape.
With the dedicated Investment Content Theme under the overarching theme of “Stronger together: Progress through partnerships”, the event delves into strengthening partnerships between governments, investors, and mining businesses, attracting investment, accelerating development, and improving efficiency, driving sustainable and profitable growth.
The Junior Mining Showcase, part of the Investment Village at Mining Indaba, is a dedicated space for junior mining companies with African assets to get enhanced visibility and direct access to investors, markets, and strategic partners.
Discover how it differs from the Explorers Showcase and supports junior miners in raising finance and advancing their projects.
The Explorers Showcase is a space for early-stage exploration companies to showcase their assets and connect with top-tier investors and deal-makers to secure financing and strategic partnerships. Learn more about how it helps emerging mining companies spotlight their African projects and forge essential connections.
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.
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.
Mining Indaba brings together every corner of the mining ecosystem. Here’s a breakdown of who attended in 2026.
Meet the influential leaders from across the mining industry that are shaping the events direction, content and overall impact.
“Stronger Together: Partnerships in Practice” calls on mining stakeholders across the value chain to move beyond dialogue and integrate collaboration into everyday decisions.
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