Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Malcolm Subramony

EHOD – IOT Solutions Development & Delivery Vodacom


2026 Agenda Sessions

Refining the opportunity – Investing in African critical minerals value chains

As the race for critical minerals intensifies, Africa is evolving from a supplier of raw materials into an emerging hub for processing and advanced manufacturing. This panel explores the next phase of value creation from midstream to downstream development. What makes a beneficiation project bankable in today’s climate, how are investors evaluating risk, and what role do co-investment structures, tax incentives, and strategic offtakes play.

Monday 09 February 15:45 - 16:30 River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)

Add to calendar 02/09/2026 15:45 02/09/2026 16:30 Refining the opportunity – Investing in African critical minerals value chains

As the race for critical minerals intensifies, Africa is evolving from a supplier of raw materials into an emerging hub for processing and advanced manufacturing. This panel explores the next phase of value creation from midstream to downstream development. What makes a beneficiation project bankable in today’s climate, how are investors evaluating risk, and what role do co-investment structures, tax incentives, and strategic offtakes play.

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

Unleashing smart connectivity for deep mining

Explore how 5G and fibre-optic technologies are transforming underground mining across Africa. From drone mapping and predictive maintenance to smart sensors and blockchain traceability, discover how connectivity is driving efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. Fit-for-purpose and future-ready, networks are redefining how Africa mines.

Wednesday 11 February 10:00 - 11:00 Nubian Pyramids Stage (CTICC2 - Ground Floor - Exhibition Hall)

Add to calendar 02/11/2026 10:00 02/11/2026 11:00 Unleashing smart connectivity for deep mining

Explore how 5G and fibre-optic technologies are transforming underground mining across Africa. From drone mapping and predictive maintenance to smart sensors and blockchain traceability, discover how connectivity is driving efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. Fit-for-purpose and future-ready, networks are redefining how Africa mines.

Nubian Pyramids Stage (CTICC2 - Ground Floor - Exhibition Hall) Africa/Johannesburg