Driving sustainable investment in African Mining

Robert Schlotterer

Manager, WBG Metals & Minerals Dept. World Bank

Robert Schlotterer is a seasoned infrastructure and development finance leader with over 25 years of experience across four continents. Currently, he serves as Manager of the World Bank Group's Metals & Minerals department. Robert's notable roles at the World Bank include heading Global Energy & Extractives Project Finance including a residency for the World Bank’s East Africa energy desk in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; as well as leading the Agile Bank Program within the World Bank CEO’s Office and advising the South Asia Vice President of the World Bank. He also worked as Vice President at KFW-IPEX Bank in Germany, where he managed infrastructure and corporate finance projects globally. Robert holds an MBA from ESCP Business School. He is passionate about financing for emerging markets, strategy development, and innovation.


2026 Agenda Sessions

Gulf capital meets African mining potential

As Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman entering the global mining value chain, their capital is reshaping African deal flow. This panel will unpack what Gulf investors want, how they evaluate risk, and where African projects fit in their critical minerals’ strategies.

Wednesday 11 February 11:45 - 12:30 River Nile Stage (CTICC1 - Ground Floor - Investment Village)

Add to calendar 02/11/2026 11:45 02/11/2026 12:30 Gulf capital meets African mining potential

As Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman entering the global mining value chain, their capital is reshaping African deal flow. This panel will unpack what Gulf investors want, how they evaluate risk, and where African projects fit in their critical minerals’ strategies.

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