FAQs

Mining Indaba is dedicated to the successful capitalisation and development of mining interests in Africa. Succeeding for over 30 years, Mining Indaba has a unique and widening perspective of the African mining industry, bringing together major and mid-tier mining companies, juniors, explorers, financiers, investors, equipment and service providers, governments, and many more sectors within the industry.

Mining Indaba 2025 will take place on the 3-6 February 2025 at Cape Town International Convention Centre in Cape Town, South Africa. 

Mining Indaba is owned by global events company Hyve Group. Click here to learn more about Hyve Group.

Mining Indaba takes place every year and has a regular February spot in the industry’s calendar.

Mining Indaba is a once a year event that welcomes the entire value chain under one roof.

121 Mining Investment Cape Town is the official partner of Mining Indaba, the two events provide one week of unmatched networking, insights, and business development opportunities.

Companies involved in the mining industry with a core focus on Africa.

Most delegates to Mining Indaba are mining companies, junior mining companies, explorers, investors, financers, equipment and service providers, general counsel and many more. Click here to download the companies that attended Mining Indaba 2024.

Mining Indaba hosts over 9,900 international visitors every year from the entire value chain. Click here to view the Mining Indaba community.

Mining Indaba is being held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 1) located on Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, 8001 Cape Town. 

Car parking is available in CTICC car parks P1 and P5 for a daily fee.  Taxis and Ubers can stop at the dedicated drop zone on Walter Sisulu Avenue. 

Directions to the venue can be found here https://www.cticc.co.za/maps-directions/

Cloakroom – A cloakroom is available on the ground floor.  Please note luggage is not allowed at the event and should be left with your hotel concierge.  The organisers will not be held responsible for any items left in the cloakroom and you do so at your own risk.

Internet – Free Wi-Fi will be available for all delegates.  Log in instructions will be available on arrival.

ATMs – These are located on the ground floor of the CTICC.

Prayer Room – A designated prayer room is available within CTICC 2

MICE Logistics are Mining Indaba’s preferred airport transfer provider and can provide all standard and luxury private transfers. Pease contact Kevin Estment for all transfer enquiries and bookings.  Please email at [email protected] or contact via WhatsApp +27 (0) 8256 80758

Should you have any questions to your invoices, please contact our team at [email protected].

As a Mining Indaba delegate, we are happy to support you in your VISA process by issuing a VISA invitation letter for you. Please contact our team at [email protected].

Iccommodate is Mining Indaba’s official and only accommodation partner. They have secured discounted rooms at a number of hotels surrounding the event venue.  Use their live booking system or email them at [email protected] to take advantage of their rates.

Please email [email protected] for detailed information about our cancellation and refund policy.

We offer various pass types with different access levels. Once we have launched the registration platofrm for 2025, you cna find details about each pass type and their inclusions on our website's registration page. 

Yes we will be offering a range of translation services for non-English speakers at Mining Indaba

Tea, coffee and water will available all day at the designated refreshment points within the main gallery and exhibition floor.  Lunch will be provided for all delegates in the Lunch Hall on Level 1 between 12:00 – 14:00 Monday to Thursday. Vegetarian and vegans will be catered for.  If you have any specific dietary requirements, please email us via [email protected].

Mining Indaba is being held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 1) located on Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, 8001 Cape Town.  Car parking is available in CTICC car parks P1 and P5 for a daily fee.  Taxis and Ubers can stop at the dedicated drop zone on Walter Sisulu Avenue. 
Directions to the venue can be found here https://www.cticc.co.za/maps-directions/

Cloakroom – A cloakroom is available on the ground floor.  Please note luggage is not allowed at the event and should be left with your hotel concierge.  The organisers will not be held responsible for any items left in the cloakroom and you do so at your own risk.

Internet – Free Wi-Fi will be available for all delegates.  Log in instructions will be available on arrival.

ATMs – These are located on the ground floor of the CTICC.

Prayer Room – A designated prayer room is available within CTICC 2

MICE Logistics are Mining Indaba’s preferred airport transfer provider and can provide all standard and luxury private transfers. Pease contact Kevin Estment for all transfer enquiries and bookings.  Please email at [email protected] or contact via WhatsApp +27 (0) 8256 80758

Barcodes will be issued one week before the event if the pass has been fully paid.  At registration, present the barcode to collect your badge.  Your badge provides access to the event or any permitted networking functions.  Without your badge, entry will be refused.Changes or substitutions please email [email protected]

Your delegate badge permits access to the event and any approved networking functions.  No badge means no entry.  All delegates will pass through airport style security on arrival at CTICC.  This is also a firearm free event.  Security concerns should be reported to the Venue Operations Centre located in room 2.35. 

Crime, especially petty theft, can be prevalent in Cape Town.  Delegates are encouraged to remain vigilant at all times and should get taxi’s across the city especially at night.  South African Police can be contacted in an emergency on 10111.

Download the companies attended list here to see who attended Mining Indaba 2024.

Our commercial team is on hand to discuss all Mining Indaba opportunities available. Please contact [email protected]

Speaking opportunities are limited and highly sought after. Please contact your account manager to express your interest in speaking at the conference. They will provide further information and guidelines.

Please click here to view our exhibitor and sponsor lists.

As a Mining Indaba exhibitor, or sponsor, we are happy to support you in your VISA process by issuing a VISA invitation letter for you. Please contact our team at [email protected].

If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at Mining Indaba 2024, simply fill in our contact form and a member of the team will be in touch shortly.

If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at Mining Indaba 2024, simply fill in our contact form and a member of the team will be in touch shortly.

Exhibiting at Mining Indaba offers numerous benefits, including exposure to a global audience, networking with key industry players, showcasing your products/services, accessing potential clients, and staying up-to-date with industry trends and innovations.

The cost of exhibiting varies depending on the booth size, location, and additional services you may require. Please download the sponsorship brochure here for detailed pricing and inclusions. If you have further questions, please enquire now at contact form.

Yes, we offer a range of sponsorship opportunities that allow you to enhance your brand visibility, engage with targeted audiences, and gain exclusive benefits throughout the event. For sponsorship details, please download the sponsorship brochure here for detailed pricing and inclusions. If you have further questions, please enquire now at contact form.

Absolutely! Mining Indaba provides ample networking opportunities, allowing exhibitors to connect with potential clients, investors, industry experts, and other exhibitors throughout the event.

As an exhibitor, you'll receive marketing support through our event website, social media channels, and promotional materials. We'll also include your company in our exhibitor directory, increasing your visibility.

Yes, we have a dedicated mobile app for Mining Indaba. You can download it closer to the event date. The app will provide all essential event information, schedules, and networking features.

Our mobile app offer a matchmaking and scheduling feature that allows you to connect with other attendees, set up meetings, and manage your networking schedule seamlessly.

The list of companies attending will be available soon. You can also access the delegate list through the Mining Indaba app. Please note you must have registered and paid to access the app.

GSM Exhibition Freight is the contracted freighting provider for Mining Indaba. If you or your client wishes to use the freighting services for the event, please contact: Monesisi Gaji ¦ + 27 (0) 21 552 7248.

Please address your media enquiries to [email protected] and a member of the marketing team will be in touch.

Please contact [email protected] to enquire about becoming a media or event partner.