Mining Indaba for Government

Driving Africa's Government Mining development through collaboration and investment

Mining Indaba is the leading forum where African governments connect with global mining leaders, investors, technology providers, and development partners to unlock the continent’s mineral potential responsibly and inclusively, with a strong focus on government mining initiatives.

Our 2026 theme, “Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships”, reflected our commitment to collaboration at every level - from community engagement to intergovernmental cooperation and private sector partnerships.

Reasons to attend

Enhanced government proposition

In support of this objective, ensuring the voice of government mining and supporting ministries will be heard across the event – not only in the government-dedicated Intergovernmental Summit, but across all key programmes including Disruptive Discussions, Sustainability Series and Technology and Innovation.

Future-proofing government focus

Future-proofing from a government perspective involves implementing policies and regulations that ensure sustainable development, environmental protection, and social responsibility in the mining industry. It also involves fostering innovation and technology adoption to enhance efficiency and competitiveness in the sector.

What to Expect

Intergovernmental Summit

The Intergovernmental Summit is a forum dedicated to providing a unique platform for African leaders, governmental organisations and foreign partners to promote interstate cooperation, as well as offer meaningful engagement opportunities with both existing & prospective private sector partners. Through greater transparency and a drive for further value chain development, the IGS will promote trust and collaboration across Africa and beyond, with the guiding principle of future-proofing our mining sector.

Ministerial Symposium

Attendees can expect engaging discussions on innovative solutions for sustainable development, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and the chance to contribute to shaping the future of African value chains. The symposium will provide a platform for sharing best practices, fostering partnerships, and driving actionable outcomes to advance socio-economic growth in the region.

Policy & Leadership at Mining Indaba 2026

H.E. Hakainde Hichilema

President

Republic of Zambia

Hon. Gwede Mantashe

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Enoch Godongwana

Minister of Finance

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Phumzile Mgcina

Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Mpho Parks Tau

Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Dr. Blade Nzimande

Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Barbara Creecy

Minister of Transport

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Willie Aucamp

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Pemmy Majodina

Minister of Water and Sanitation

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Samantha Graham-Mare

Deputy Minister of Electricity and Energy

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Alexandra Amelia Abrahams

Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Mmapaseka Letsike

Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Nonceba Mhlauli

Deputy Minister in the Presidency

Republic of South Africa

Hon. Rufin Benam Beltoungou

Minister of Mines and Geology

Central African Republic

Hon. Karima Tafer

Secretary of State for Mines

Republic of Algeria

Hon. Diamantino Azevedo

Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas

Republic of Angola

Hon. Bogolo Kenewendo

Minister of Minerals and Energy

Republic of Botswana

Hon. Ndolenodji Alixe Naimbaye

Minister of Petroleum, Mines & Geology

Republic of Chad

Hon. Louis Watum Kabamba

Minister of Mines

Democratic Republic of Congo

Hon. Aimé Sakombi Molendo

Minister of Hydraulic Resources & Electricity

Democratic Republic of Congo

Hon. Julie Shiku

Minister of Portfolio

Democratic Republic of Congo

Hon. Eng. Habtamu Tegegne

Minister of Mines

Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

Hon. Sosthène Nguema Nguema

Minister of Mines and Geological Resources

Gabonese Republic

Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah

Minister of Lands and Natural Resources

Republic of Ghana

Hon. Hassan Ali Joho, EGH

Cabinet Secretary, Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs

Republic of Kenya

Hon. Mohlomi Moleko

Minister of Natural Resources

Kingdom of Lesotho

Hon. Dr. Rets'elisitsoe Matlanyane

Minister of Finance and Development Planning

Kingdom of Lesotho

Hon. R. Matenokay Tingban

Minister of Mines and Energy

Republic of Liberia

Hon. Dr. Jean Mathanga

Minister of Natural Resources, Energy & Mining

Repubic of Malawi

Hon. Estevão Tomás Rafael Pale

Minister of Mineral Resources & Energy

Republic of Mozambique

Hon. Gaudentia Krohne

Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy

Republic of Namibia

Commissaire Colonel Ousmane Abarchi

Minister of Mines

Republic of the Niger

Hon. Dr. Oladele Henry Alake

Minister of Solid Minerals Development

Federal Republic of Nigeria

H.E. Birame Soulèye Diop

Minister of Energy, Petroleum and Mines

Republic of Senegal

Hon. Julius Daniel Mattai

Minister of Mines and Mineral Resources

Republic of Sierra Leone

Hon. Losuba Ludoru Wongo

Minister of Mining

Republic of South Sudan

Hon. Dahir Shire Mohamed

Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources

Federal Republic of Somalia

Hon. Anthony P. Mavunde

Minister of Minerals

United Republic of Tanzania

Hon. Phiona Nyamutoro (MP)

Minister of State for Mineral Development

Republic of Uganda

Hon. Dr. Polite Kambamura

Minister of Mines & Mining Development

Republic of Zimbabwe

Hon. Paul C. Kabuswe

MP Minister of Mines and Minerals Development

Republic of Zambia

Hon. Situmbeko Musokotwane (PhD)

Minister of Finance & National Planning

Republic of Zambia

Hon H.E. Elias Mpedi Magosi

Executive Secretary

Southern African Development Community (SADC)

Attendee Testimonials

""The mining indaba brings together a number of governments, private companies, CSO’s, everyone comes here it’s easier to meet people in one place." Eng. Dalitso Mhango Senior Mining Engineer Ministry of Mines & Mineral Development, Republic of Zambia

"Today Mining Indaba is the best mining forum in the world. It’s a big platform where all parts of the mining industry are present." Didier Kaku Kingwabidi Inspector General Ministry of Mines, Democratic Republic of Congo

"I keep coming because not only am I meeting new partners but also meeting some officials enhancing the African mining policies." Ismael Diakite Chief Representative Winning Consortium Simandou

Join Us at Mining Indaba 2027

The premier meeting place for African and global mining leaders, it is all set to be an unmissable experience, shaping the future of African mining. Register your interest today and stay ahead in this dynamic industry!

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