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Zambia to Introduce Local Content Law for Mining Sector 1 Mining in Zambia Copper Events & Expos 

Zambia to Introduce Local Content Law for Mining Sector

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Zambia is set to introduce a “Local Content” law this year, requiring mining companies to prioritize local contractors and suppliers when awarding contracts. The Citizens Economic Empowerment (Reservation of Goods and Services in the Mining Sector) Regulations aim to boost Zambian businesses by setting a threshold for contracts exclusively reserved for Zambian citizens. Mines Minister Paul Kabuswe announced the development ahead of the African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, stating that stakeholder consultations on the draft framework are ongoing and the law will be enacted this year. “Once… Read More Here
South Africa Charts a New Path for Mining at the 2025 Investing in African Mining Indaba 2 Events & Expos 

South Africa Charts a New Path for Mining at the 2025 Investing in African Mining Indaba

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Cape Town, 3 February 2025 – The 31st edition of the Investing in African Mining Indaba, held under the theme “Future-Proofing African Mining, Today!”, opened with keynote remarks from South Africa’s Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Mr. Gwede Mantashe. The conference, attended by dignitaries including President Cyril Ramaphosa, industry leaders, investors, and community representatives, serves as a pivotal platform for discussions on Africa’s mineral wealth and its equitable distribution. Minister Mantashe emphasized the significance of Africa’s vast mineral reserves and the urgent need to ensure local beneficiation. He cited… Read More Here
Zambia’s Finance Minister Arrives in South Africa for Mining Indaba 2025 3 Economy Events & Expos Mining in Zambia 

Zambia’s Finance Minister Arrives in South Africa for Mining Indaba 2025

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Zambia’s Minister of Finance and National Planning, Dr. Situmbeko Musokotwane, has arrived in South Africa for the 2025 Investing in African Mining Indaba, set to take place from February 3 to 6 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Dr. Musokotwane will represent President Hakainde Hichilema at the high-profile event, which is themed “Future-proofing African Mining, Today.” The summit will focus on sustainability, investment, and economic growth in Africa’s mining sector. He is joined by Minister of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe, Mines Permanent Secretary Dr. Hapenga Kabeta,… Read More Here
New partnership to advance and broaden Mining Indaba’s impact 4 Events & Expos Partnership Press Release 

New partnership to advance and broaden Mining Indaba’s impact

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Cape Town – 2 February 2025 – On the eve of the highly anticipated Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2025, under the theme “Future-proofing African Mining,Today!”, Hyve Events SA, the conference organisers, and the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) have signed a partnership agreement. The agreement aims to elevate their relationship, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of Africa’s mining sector. The official signing ceremony, held today, was led by the DMPR Director General, Mr Jacob Mbele. He was accompanied by the department’s Deputy Director-General Ms Ntokozo… Read More Here
Zambia's President Urges Energy Reforms for Africa’s Growth at Mission 300 Summit 5 Mining in Zambia Energy Events & Expos 

Zambia’s President Urges Energy Reforms for Africa’s Growth at Mission 300 Summit

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President Hakainde Hichilema has emphasized the need for Africa to implement energy sector reforms to accelerate economic growth. Speaking at the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, President Hichilema highlighted Zambia’s commitment to the Mission 300 agenda, citing key reforms, including the inclusion of independent power producers and tariff adjustments to enhance commercial viability. He stressed that energy is as essential as water, urging African nations to leverage it for faster economic development. President Hichilema also reaffirmed Africa’s readiness to foster a business-friendly environment to support… Read More Here
SADC Reinforces Commitment to Energy Access at Mission 300 Africa Summit 6 Events & Expos Energy 

SADC Reinforces Commitment to Energy Access at Mission 300 Africa Summit

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The Southern African Development Community (SADC) actively participated in the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit (M300 AES) held on January 27-28, 2025, at the Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre in Tanzania. The high-level event was jointly organized by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), the World Bank Group (WBG), the Government of Tanzania, and the African Union, focusing on accelerating electricity access across the continent. The summit aimed to connect 300 million people to electricity by 2030, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7. Among the 54… Read More Here
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA TO ADDRESS 2025 MINING INDABA 7 Events & Expos Press Release 

PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA TO ADDRESS 2025 MINING INDABA

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President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Monday, 03 February 2025, deliver a keynote address at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town. The Indaba will be held under the theme “Future-proofing African Mining, Today!” , which places the focus on sustainability and economic value for the African mining sector. The Indaba is the world’s largest gathering of mining’s most influential stakeholders and decision-makers vested in African mining. The President’s participation will highlight the contribution and continued commitment of the Indaba for stimulating interest into African mining for the sustainable… Read More Here
President Hichilema Focuses on Solar Energy and Electricity Solutions at Africa Energy Summit 8 Mining in Zambia Electricity Energy Events & Expos 

President Hichilema Focuses on Solar Energy and Electricity Solutions at Africa Energy Summit

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President Hakainde Hichilema has stated that Zambia is on track to addressing its electricity challenges. He emphasized that the government is working diligently to reduce reliance on hydropower by investing in solar energy. While drought poses a challenge, President Hichilema views it as an opportunity to redirect resources into investments like electricity. He made these comments to journalists at the Zambia Air Force Base, Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, before departing for Tanzania to attend the 300 Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam on January 28, 2025. The summit, he… Read More Here
DRC Showcases Mining Potential at Future Minerals Forum 2025 9 Mining in DRC Events & Expos 

DRC Showcases Mining Potential at Future Minerals Forum 2025

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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) made a significant presence at the 4th edition of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) 2025, held from January 14 to 16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a delegation led by the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Mines, Mr. Marcellin Paluku, and including key figures such as Popol MABOLIA YENGA, Director General of the Mining Cadastre (CAMI), the DRC highlighted its strategic role in the global mining sector. The FMF, with over 20,000 participants from governments, businesses, investors, and research institutes, served… Read More Here
Mining Indaba 2025: Shaping a Resilient, Sustainable Future for African Mining 10 Events & Expos 

Mining Indaba 2025: Shaping a Resilient, Sustainable Future for African Mining

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The Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 is adopting a forward-thinking approach to enhance the event by exploring new audience sectors, while embracing the shared responsibility to protect the planet for future generations, says Laura Nicholson, Head of Content and Strategic Partnerships at Hyve Group. Aligned with the theme “Future-Proofing African Mining, Today!,” the event aims to build resilience by incorporating experts and decision-makers to expand its audience and contribute to African mining’s long-term prosperity. This evolution mirrors the transformation of the mining industry, as Alex Khumalo from Minerals Council… Read More Here

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