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Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Adriana Blesa

VP Safety & Sustainability Anglo American

Strategic, results driven exploration and safety leader with over 25 years’ experience across Latin America and Africa. As VP Safety, Sustainability & Systems for Anglo American Exploration, she shapes global SHEC strategy, integrating ESG, data systems, and risk management to enable safe, high impact programs. She has led multi country campaigns—from early stages to advanced exploration projects, always delivering safely and on budget—while instituting digital workflows that accelerated decisions and improved data integrity. Previously Discovery Manager for Zambia’s segment of the Central African Copper Belt, she built robust prospect portfolios and advanced permits in complex jurisdictions. A former President of AZMEC, she convened industry, government, and communities to promote responsible sector growth. Known for developing diverse, high performing teams and forging trusted stakeholder partnerships, she negotiates third party agreements, secures permits, and keeps execution predictable. A Fulbright Scholar, she holds an MSc in Geology from the Colorado School of Mines. Passionate about reimagining mining to improve lives, she brings deep technical insight with an innovation first mindset. She is fluent in Spanish and English and comfortable operating across cultures.

2026 Agenda Sessions

Unlocking capital for explorers and junior mining companies

Exploration is vital for global mining future, but junior miners still face challenges in raising early-stage capital. This panel explores who’s funding exploration in 2026, how juniors are positioning themselves for success, and the role governments, particularly South Africa, are playing in incentivising discovery through new funds, incentives, and regulatory reforms.

Wednesday 11 February 10:05 - 10:50 River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)

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Add to calendar 02/11/2026 10:05 02/11/2026 10:50 Unlocking capital for explorers and junior mining companies

Exploration is vital for global mining future, but junior miners still face challenges in raising early-stage capital. This panel explores who’s funding exploration in 2026, how juniors are positioning themselves for success, and the role governments, particularly South Africa, are playing in incentivising discovery through new funds, incentives, and regulatory reforms.

 River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village) Africa/Johannesburg
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