Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Mmakgoshi Lekhethe

CEO Industrial Development Corporation

Ms. Mmakgoshi Lekhethe is the Chief Executive Officer of the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). Before her current role, she served as the Deputy Director General of the Asset and Liability Management division at the National Treasury of South Africa. With over 20 years of experience at the National Treasury, she has also held the positions of Deputy Director General of Tax and Financial Sector Policy, and Deputy Director General of International and Regional Economic Policy. During her tenure at the National Treasury, Ms. Lekhethe represented South Africa on the Boards of the African Development Bank, the New Development Bank, and the World Bank, showcasing her extensive expertise in international finance and economic policy. Ms. Lekhethe holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Economics from the University of Durban Westville, a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Economics from the University of Witwatersrand, and a Master of Science in Economics from the University of London.


2026 Agenda Sessions

Unlocking Industrialisation through advanced manufacturing and critical minerals for Africa's futur

This session will explore the strategic role of advanced manufacturing technologies and critical minerals in driving industrialisation across Africa. It will delve into how Africa can tap into its rich mineral resources to develop competitive manufacturing sectors, creating amore integrated and sustainable industrial base. Featuring insights from the WEF's recent thought leadership publications, the session will provide actionable strategies for African policymakers, industry leaders, and investors to transform these opportunities into tangible outcomes.

Monday 09 February 14:30 - 15:15 Ngorongoro Crater Stage (CTICC1 - Level 2)

Add to calendar 02/09/2026 14:30 02/09/2026 15:15 Unlocking Industrialisation through advanced manufacturing and critical minerals for Africa's futur

This session will explore the strategic role of advanced manufacturing technologies and critical minerals in driving industrialisation across Africa. It will delve into how Africa can tap into its rich mineral resources to develop competitive manufacturing sectors, creating amore integrated and sustainable industrial base. Featuring insights from the WEF's recent thought leadership publications, the session will provide actionable strategies for African policymakers, industry leaders, and investors to transform these opportunities into tangible outcomes.

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