Prof. Oliver Saasa
Board Chairman Zanaco
Prof Oliver Saasa is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Zanaco Plc. He has expertise in International Economic Relations and has served on financial sector boards at national and international levels. He is also Chancellor of Mulungushi University and Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Council and Chairman of the Business Coalition Council Emergency Taskforce. He is also a publisher in the fields of trade, investment and international economic relations, concentrating in earlier years on regional integration and trade and investment promotion in Southern Africa. He holds a Ph.D. in International Economic Studies, M.Sc. in International Studies, Bachelor of Arts (Development Studies/ Political Economy).
2026 Agenda Sessions
Outlook on mining investment in 2026
As traditional mining finance faces increasing constraints, a diverse range of less conventional sources of capital is emerging to fill the gap. From sovereign wealth funds to strategic offtakers, the mining investment landscape in 2026 is more varied than ever. This panel explores how these alternative types of capital are reshaping project financing and what investors in these segments are looking for, how mining companies can position themselves to attract this funding.
Tuesday 10 February 10:05 - 10:50 River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)
Investment
As traditional mining finance faces increasing constraints, a diverse range of less conventional sources of capital is emerging to fill the gap. From sovereign wealth funds to strategic offtakers, the mining investment landscape in 2026 is more varied than ever. This panel explores how these alternative types of capital are reshaping project financing and what investors in these segments are looking for, how mining companies can position themselves to attract this funding.
River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village) Africa/Johannesburg
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