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President Hichilema Advocates for EU Investment in Zambia's Mineral Value Addition 1 Mining in Zambia Events & Expos 

President Hichilema Advocates for EU Investment in Zambia’s Mineral Value Addition

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President Hakainde Hichilema has urged the European Union (EU) to explore investment opportunities in Zambia’s mining sector, emphasizing the potential for mutual benefit. Speaking at the EU-Zambia Business Forum held in Kitwe last week, President Hichilema highlighted Zambia’s pivotal role in the future of electric vehicles due to its rich mineral resources. He stressed the importance of value addition through beneficiation, capital provision and advanced technology. “We aspire to embrace cutting-edge technology that will not only add value to our minerals but also propel Zambia into a leadership position in… Read More Here
Vuka Group: First DRC female prime minister“momentous occasion for DRC’s coming-of-age journey” 2 Mining in DRC Events & Expos Sponsored Content 

Vuka Group: First DRC female prime minister“momentous occasion for DRC’s coming-of-age journey”

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“This is such great news, how wonderful for the new Prime Minister, H.E. Judith Tuluka, and the DRC! May it inspire many young Congolese women and girls to reach for a stars and becoming mining engineers, geologists or any exciting career that the mining industry offers.’ This is the reaction to the recent appointment of DRC’s former Planning Minister, H.E. Madam Judith Tuluka Suminwa, as the country’s new Prime Minister by Samukelo Madlabane, Event Director – Mining at the Vuka Group, organisers of the annual, long-running flagship conference and expo,… Read More Here
EITI Board Meeting in Toronto Sees DRC Push for Sustainable, Inclusive Mineral Supply Chains in Artisanal Mining 3 Artisanal mining Events & Expos Mining in DRC 

EITI Board Meeting in Toronto Sees DRC Push for Sustainable, Inclusive Mineral Supply Chains in Artisanal Mining

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The Democratic Republic of Congo took part, from February 29 to March 1, 2024, in the work of the Board of Directors of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) held in Toronto, Canada. Placed under the theme “Disclosures on artisanal and small-scale mining in an informal world”, these meetings benefited from the contribution of the EITI-DRC, whose national coordinator, Jean-Jacques Kayembe, spoke , according to the ACP, for “support for sustainable and inclusive mineral supply chains”.  The national coordinator of the EITI-DRC was not alone in this work, he was… Read More Here
ARSP Director Highlights DRC's Value Chain Development at Indaba Mining 4 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

ARSP Director Highlights DRC’s Value Chain Development at Indaba Mining

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During the dynamic conference on the second day of the 30th edition of the Indaba Mining forum, Miguel Kashal Katemb, the Director General of the Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP), showcased the investment potential inherent in the development of the value chain in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to leaders of multinational companies. Kashal emphasized the imperative implementation of the Law on subcontracting and elaborated on President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi’s vision for promoting local content to foster the emergence of a robust Congolese middle class. “In… Read More Here
DRC's Prime Minister Urges Responsible Mining Investment at Mining Indaba 2024 5 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC’s Prime Minister Urges Responsible Mining Investment at Mining Indaba 2024

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During the DRC Breakfast held alongside the 30th edition of the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2024, Prime Minister Jean Michel Sama Lukonde urged mining operators to prioritize responsible and sustainable investment for local development in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Addressing over 300 attendees, including mining companies, service providers, and banks, Prime Minister Sama Lukonde emphasized the importance of benefiting local communities and improving investment conditions. “In the name of His Excellency Mr. President of the Republic, I clearly indicated the vision of what is expected, first of… Read More Here
President Hakainde Hichilema Delivers Keynote speech at the Mining Indaba 2024 6 Mining in Zambia Battery Metals Copper Events & Expos Mining Projects 

President Hakainde Hichilema Delivers Keynote speech at the Mining Indaba 2024

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In his address at the 2024 African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema highlighted the significant strides made in the country’s mining sector and called for continued investment to power Africa’s future. President Hichilema began by expressing condolences on the passing of Namibian President Hage G. Geingob and extended sympathies to his family and the people of Namibia. He then expressed gratitude to His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa and other dignitaries present. Reflecting on the progress since his last address in 2022, President Hichilema highlighted key investments… Read More Here
RAMAPHOSA OPENS MINING INDABA WITH CALL FOR COLLABORATION 7 Events & Expos International Sponsored Content 

RAMAPHOSA OPENS MINING INDABA WITH CALL FOR COLLABORATION

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Investing in African Mining Indaba 2024 opened yesterday 5th January in Cape Town with a record 11,000 registered delegates from 126 countries, and 8,000 delegates attending on the first day. South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony with a clarion call for collaboration between the mining industry and government, highlighting the immense potential that Africa has in being central to the global clean energy transition. “Our Just Energy Transition Investment Plan outlines a pathway to create new industries and support more livelihoods in the… Read More Here
PRIME MINISTER OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO TOATTEND MINING INDABA 2024 8 Battery Metals Events & Expos Sponsored Content 

PRIME MINISTER OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO TOATTEND MINING INDABA 2024

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Investing in African Mining Indaba is honoured to announce that the Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde will be attending Mining Indaba 2024 where he will deliver a keynote address on Monday 5 February at the official opening ceremony.  As one of the world’s largest producers of green metals, it is expected that Prime Minister Sama Lukonde will highlight key investment opportunities in the DRC’s mining sector at Mining Indaba. Attendees can also expect to get the latest on the partnership between the DRC… Read More Here
PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA TO ATTEND THE 30th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE MINING INDABA 9 Events & Expos International Sponsored Content 

PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA TO ATTEND THE 30th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE MINING INDABA

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President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday, 5 February 2024 deliver a keynote address during the 30th anniversary celebration of the Mining Indaba in Cape Town. This year’s theme “Embracing the power of positive disruption: A bold new future for African Mining,” marks three decades as Africa’s premier platform for deal-making and discussions on critical mining issues. The President’s participation underscores the significance of collaboration and sustainable development in the mining sector. His insights will contribute to disruptive discussions aimed at uncovering opportunities and addressing challenges within the industry. The event… Read More Here
Who should be responsible for addressing Africa's logistical infrastructure challenges? 10 Events & Expos International Sponsored Content 

Who should be responsible for addressing Africa’s logistical infrastructure challenges?

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For decades – one of the greatest challenges to the development of Africa’s mining industry can largely be attributed to limited infrastructure, including power, water supply, and importantly, roads and rail.  Addressing Africa’s logistical infrastructure challenges could unlock economic benefits, including increased investment in mining, improved transportation networks, increased export capabilities and increased revenue and job creation, while also benefiting other sectors like manufacturing and construction. “Through Mining Indaba’s Disruptive Discussions format in 2024, taking place on the Disruptive Discussions Main Stage, we are no longer merely acknowledging the problem, we… Read More Here

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