Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Mohamed Bhabha

Energy & Infrastructure Financing, Investment Banking Standard Bank

With over 160 years of banking experience and a presence in 21 countries in Africa, including South Africa, and in key markets globally, Standard Bank is South Africa and Africa’s largest banking group by assets. Our vision is to be the leading financial services organisation in, for and across Africa. We connect international organisations to Africa and unlock global opportunities for Africa. Energy and Infrastructure are two critical pillars that lay the foundation for Africa's sustainable development and economic growth. Our on-the-ground teams and deep sector expertise are driving this transformation by partnering with clients and industry leaders to diversify the energy mix and accelerate economic growth. Mohamed is a chartered accountant by qualification with deep oil & gas, energy & infrastructure and public sector experience across several funding solutions including project financing, balance sheet lending, mezzanine financing and debt capital markets.


2026 Agenda Sessions

Private Sector Participation and the path to reviving SA’s rail and port logistics : Presented by Ol

South Africa’s logistics network faces severe strain. Addressing the estimated R65 billion investment gap requires collaboration beyond the state, and Private Sector Participation is emerging as a critical solution. This discussion brings together miners, financiers, policymakers, and technical experts to explore how coordinated action can secure the competitiveness of South Africa’s logistics backbone. 

Monday 09 February 12:00 - 13:30 Serengeti Stage (CTICC2 - Level 3)

Add to calendar 02/09/2026 12:00 02/09/2026 13:30 Private Sector Participation and the path to reviving SA’s rail and port logistics : Presented by Ol South Africa’s logistics network faces severe strain. Addressing the estimated R65 billion investment gap requires collaboration beyond the state, and Private Sector Participation is emerging as a critical solution. This discussion brings together miners, financiers, policymakers, and technical experts to explore how coordinated action can secure the competitiveness of South Africa’s logistics backbone.  Serengeti Stage (CTICC2 - Level 3) Africa/Johannesburg