The Mining Industry Association of Southern Africa views Africa’s critical minerals as a driver of the global energy transition.

Project Blue participated at Critical Minerals Africa 2024 as a key partner, contributing to a presentation and panel discussion that explored emerging trends in the African mining market.

The Minerals Council South Africa showcased emerging opportunities within the critical minerals sector during the Leaders Forum at Critical Minerals Africa 2024, with a focus on maximizing economic growth through the country’s rich mineral resources.

Rystad Energy discussed the growing significance of critical minerals, including lithium, in the future of energy during Critical Minerals Africa 2024.

During a South Sudan Country Spotlight at this year’s Critical Minerals Africa 2024 summit, Nilepet highlighted the country’s mining prospects and recent developments in the industry.

The adoption of shared use infrastructure agreements is crucial for supporting the growth of junior miners in South Africa’s critical minerals sector, according to Dumisani Kubayi, CEO of exploration firm KMDNF.

Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Tanzania are driving local investment and participation in critical mineral processing and downstream industries, according to Benjamin Mchwampaka, CEO of the Tanzania Chamber of Mines.

The German Development Cooperation discussed opportunities for the end-use of critical minerals in South Africa and across the continent during the Critical Minerals Africa forum earlier this month.