Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Benitha Tambwe

Expert-Head of Strategic Partnerships DRC Ministry of Mines (CTCPM)

Benitha Tambwe is a dedicated advocate for responsible mining and gender inclusivity in Africa's mining sector. She is pursuing a Diploma of Advanced Studies in Commodities Trading while serving as the Head of the Partnership Monitoring Service at CTCPM within the Ministry of Mines in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

One of Benitha's primary objectives is to investigate how mineral-rich countries in Africa, such as the DRC, can utilize the energy transition to improve the quality of life for their citizens over the long term. She aims to ensure that mining production, including artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), remains competitive and compliant in the international market.

In addition to her advocacy efforts, Benitha has joined the sustainability committee for the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025. Here, she seeks to promote sustainable practices within the mining sector. Through her insights and leadership, Benitha is helping to shape a more sustainable and inclusive future for mining in Africa.
 


2025 Agenda Sessions

Is achieving the social license to operate enough to future proof African mining?

  • Are community development efforts as impactful as they could be? 
  • How do we go deeper than social license? 
  • Is social license to operate the biggest risk to critical minerals mining?  
  • How do you close the gap between what the mineral will be used for and the impact on the ground?  

Tuesday 04 February 14:00 - 15:00 CTICC1

Sustainability Series

Add to calendar 02/04/2025 14:00 02/04/2025 15:00 Is achieving the social license to operate enough to future proof African mining?
  • Are community development efforts as impactful as they could be? 
  • How do we go deeper than social license? 
  • Is social license to operate the biggest risk to critical minerals mining?  
  • How do you close the gap between what the mineral will be used for and the impact on the ground?  
CTICC1 Africa/Johannesburg