Africa requires more than $700 billion in finance over the next decade to fully harness the critical minerals and metals needed for the energy transition. As part of the upcoming Critical Mineral Africa (CMA) Summit in Cape Town this November, the event will organize a dedicated Investment Forum, aimed at unlocking capital across the value chain, from exploration and mining, to infrastructure development and refining and processing.
The forum will dive into relevant investment opportunities across the spectrum of Africa’s critical minerals and rare earth projects, with a focus on creating an enabling environment to attract key producers and buyers. Panelists include Mark Taylor, CEO of Cala Capital Africa; Shirley Webber, Head of Natural Resources & Energy at ABSA; Jude Kearney, Chair of the Sub-Saharan Africa Committee of the U.S. Export-Import Bank and Managing Partner of ASAFO & Co., US Office; Mametja Moshe, CEO of Moshe Capital; and Thabiso Sekano, SBU Head: Mining and Metals at the Industrial Development Corporation.
CMA is the largest gathering of critical mineral stakeholders in Africa. Taking place from November 6 – 7 in Cape Town, the event positions Africa as the primary investment destination for critical minerals. This year’s edition takes place under the theme Innovate, Enact, Invest in African Critical Minerals to Sustain Global Growth, connecting African mining projects and regulators with global investors and stakeholders to untap the full potential of the continent’s raw materials. Sponsors, exhibitors and delegates can learn more by contacting sales@energycapitalpower.com.
Africa’s critical minerals and rare earths offer significant investment opportunities, driven by global demand for materials vital to the energy transition. Despite holding 30% of the world’s mineral reserves, much of Africa remains underexplored, creating a demand for advanced geological surveys and exploration. Key focus areas include increasing processing and refining capacity, with projects like Tanzania’s geophysical surveys and potential cobalt sulfate refineries in Zambia. The Investment Forum will highlight how enabling environments, like those in Botswana and Namibia, attract foreign investment by offering market stability, clear policies, and incentives.
If you would like to sponsor, exhibit or attend as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.
