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Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Paul Gait

Group Head of Strategy Anglo American

Paul Gait is the Group Head of Strategy for Anglo American plc responsible for the Group’s analysis and interpretation of the commodity markets and the broader macroeconomic environment as well as development of the Group’s strategic direction and priorities. Prior to joining Anglo American, Paul was chief investment officer and director of research at Azvalor Asset Management and was responsible for running the firm’s natural resource exposure spanning a broad sectoral mandate (base metals, bulk commodities, diversified mining, precious metals, energy, and agriculture).

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)

Downstream buyers

Infrastructure and industrialisation

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

Copper frontiers – driving Africa’s next wave of discovery

Copper is the backbone of electrification and the global energy transition, and Africa holds some of the richest untapped reserves. As demand surges, exploration is entering a critical phase. Where are the next copper hotspots emerging, and how can explorers accelerate discovery while managing infrastructure gaps and regulatory complexity?

Thursday 12 February 10:30 - 11:15 Nubian Pyramids Stage (CTICC2 - Ground Floor - Exhibition Hall)

Critical minerals

Infrastructure and industrialisation

Add to calendar 02/12/2026 10:30 02/12/2026 11:15 Copper frontiers – driving Africa’s next wave of discovery Copper is the backbone of electrification and the global energy transition, and Africa holds some of the richest untapped reserves. As demand surges, exploration is entering a critical phase. Where are the next copper hotspots emerging, and how can explorers accelerate discovery while managing infrastructure gaps and regulatory complexity? Nubian Pyramids Stage (CTICC2 - Ground Floor - Exhibition Hall) Africa/Johannesburg
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