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Martin Poggiolini

Executive: Corporate Development Valterra Platinum

Martin has been in the mining and extractive industry sector for over 20 years. His extensive industry experience and business knowledge was gained through holding positions at Sasol, Kumba Iron Ore, Anglo American Platinum and now Valterra Platinum. Serving senior management and executive roles in finance, strategy, business development and business transformation. Martin’s most recent position is executive: corporate development at Valterra Platinum where he led the demerger from Anglo American. He has played a leading role in reshaping the Valterra Platinum’s mining portfolio, which included divestitures and acquisitions, in separate multi-billion rand transactions. Martin has worked closely with the board over several years to develop and refine Vaterra Platinum’s strategy.
 


2026 Agenda Sessions

Is the term “Critical Minerals” right for Africa?

The traditional definition for critical minerals was defined by the global north referring to minerals needed for the energy transition. Should Africa follow this definition, is it right for its development, and is there a clear way to avoid definition overload?

Tuesday 10 February 09:30 - 10:15 Ngorongoro Crater Stage (CTICC1 - Level 2)

Add to calendar 02/10/2026 09:30 02/10/2026 10:15 Is the term “Critical Minerals” right for Africa?

The traditional definition for critical minerals was defined by the global north referring to minerals needed for the energy transition. Should Africa follow this definition, is it right for its development, and is there a clear way to avoid definition overload?

Ngorongoro Crater Stage (CTICC1 - Level 2) Africa/Johannesburg