Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Intergovernmental Summit: Country Showcase

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Country Showcases - IMPROVED FOR 2025: A Focus on International Mining

The Country Showcase Sessions are dedicated platforms designed to spotlight Africa's mature and emerging mining producers within the international mining landscape. In 2025, these 90-minute sessions provided a unique opportunity for governments, industry leaders, and investors to engage in meaningful dialogue, showcase successful projects, and highlight the positive investment climate. By fostering transparency, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of regional potential, the Country Showcase Sessions aimed to build trust and drive sustainable growth, ensuring Africa's mining sector remains a cornerstone of global investment opportunities.

Featured Sessions

Tuesday 04 February 10:15 - 12:00
Country Showcase – Republic of Angola

The Angola Mining Business Forum will outline the current opportunities, as well as mapping the geological, legislative and investment changes being undertaken to enrich the upcoming and existing mining opportunities in 
Sessions will focus on the geological and mining potential, legislative frameworks, investment opportunities and diamond trade and business growth 
Technical presentations will delve into prospecting activities by external partners, with particular focus on the ALL, Niobium & Base Metals projects 

Tuesday 04 February 11:30 - 13:00
Country Showcase - Republic of Guinea

Keynote address: Simandou - a global catalyst 

Panel 1: Simandou 
To include the TransGuinean, sustainable and inclusive growth, human capital development, strategically diversifying the nation’s economic base beyond raw material exports and encouraging investors and international partners to implement Simandou 2040.  
Panel 2: A basket of commodities: Bauxite, Gold, Diamonds, Base Metals and Rare Earths 
Guinea's mineral wealth and potential, mining code and investment-friendly policies, infrastructure and strategic location, and commitment to sustainability and inclusive growth. 

Tuesday 04 February 16:00 - 17:30
Country Showcase – Republic of Zambia

Overview of Zambia’s mining sector, highlighting its status as a leading copper producer and growing potential in cobalt and other critical minerals. Focus on investment opportunities driven by government initiatives, including mining tax reforms, incentives for exploration, and infrastructure upgrades. 
Discussion with government officials and industry experts on Zambia’s commitment to ESG principles, local beneficiation, and economic diversification. Emphasis on partnerships to enhance value addition and the country’s role in supporting the global green energy transition. 

Wednesday 05 February 14:00 - 15:30
Country Showcase – Cote d’Ivoire

Examination of Côte d’Ivoire’s mining activity, emphasizing its growing gold production and untapped potential in nickel, manganese, and bauxite. Focus on investment-friendly policies, improved geological mapping, and infrastructure advancements driving sector growth. 

Delve into how the government fosters sustainable mining practices, local community development, and Côte d’Ivoire’s ambitions to become a leading mining hub in West Africa.  

Wednesday 05 February 16:00 - 17:30
Country Showcase – Republic of Mozambique

Overview of Mozambique’s mining efforts, highlighting its rich reserves of coal, graphite, and heavy mineral sands, as well as its emerging role in the global lithium supply chain.  
Focus on government initiatives to attract investment, improve infrastructure, and support sustainable mining practices. 
Opportunities for partnerships to enhance exploration, production, and downstream processing.

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Country Investment Forums

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