Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Riaan Koppeschaar

Finance Director Exxaro Resources

Riaan Koppeschaar is Finance Director at Exxaro Resources. He completed his articles at Coopers & Lybrand in 1995, beginning a successful career in treasury and corporate finance. He held various managerial roles at Iscor Limited, Kumba Resources Limited, and Exxaro Resources Limited, serving as General Manager: Corporate Finance and Treasury for ten years. During this time, he managed financial strategies and key operations. In July 2016, Koppeschaar was appointed Finance Director, significantly impacting the organisation’s financial performance and strategic direction. 


2026 Agenda Sessions

Is the (re)surgency of coal investment real and going to last?

With Trump administration policy now embracing a 'clean coal industry' approach, the global energy debate is shifting once more. For Africa, where coal is abundant and affordable energy source, does this mark a green light for coal investment? This panel will explore if coal investment can align with sustainability mandates of institutional investors and whether new coal developments can coexist with Just Energy Transition (JET) commitments.

Monday 09 February 14:00 - 14:45 River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)

Add to calendar 02/09/2026 14:00 02/09/2026 14:45 Is the (re)surgency of coal investment real and going to last?

With Trump administration policy now embracing a 'clean coal industry' approach, the global energy debate is shifting once more. For Africa, where coal is abundant and affordable energy source, does this mark a green light for coal investment? This panel will explore if coal investment can align with sustainability mandates of institutional investors and whether new coal developments can coexist with Just Energy Transition (JET) commitments.

River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village) Africa/Johannesburg