8th Annual Mining On Top Africa 2025

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02-03 July

Meliá Paris La Défense

Paris | France

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Shaping the Future of Africa’s Mining Industry

MOTA 2025 is your gateway to thriving in Africa’s rapidly evolving mining landscape. Under the theme “Partnering for Prosperity: Maximizing the Benefits of Africa’s Geological Endowments,” this two-day event unites industry leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators to drive sustainable, globally competitive mining across the continent.

From financing and transparency to local production and value addition, the summit will offer actionable strategies for overcoming today’s challenges and capitalizing on tomorrow’s opportunities. Join us to:

Build Investor Confidence: Learn how to safeguard capital amid political uncertainty.
Strengthen Africa-Europe Cooperation: Align policy, finance, and technology for a mutually beneficial future.
Achieve Sustainability & Efficiency: Explore cutting-edge practices, regulatory harmonization, and transformational partnerships.

Key Features

Interactive Panel Sessions
Two days of dynamic, industry-driven panel discussions examining new opportunities, current challenges, and the next frontiers of growth in Africa’s mining sector.
Expert Insights & Best Practices
Hear from influential industry leaders sharing hands-on experiences and proven strategies from across the entire mining value chain.
Focus on Energy Transition & Sustainability
Gain a clear perspective on Africa’s pivotal role in global energy transition and progress toward net-zero goals.
Premium Networking Environment
Enjoy access to exclusive meeting areas, social events, and a B2B platform to schedule your appointments in advance—ensuring meaningful, high-value connections.
Showcase Your Innovations
Seize the opportunity to present your solutions through technical sessions in the workshop arena or secure prime exhibition space at the MOTA expo.
Country-Focused Spotlights
Delve into in-depth sessions featuring key stakeholders from select African nations, exploring unique mining initiatives and transformative market strategies.

Speakers

Andrea Vissol

Strategy and Policy Expert, ENABEL, Belgium Development Agency

James Wallbank

Managing Partner, Ibaera Capital

Jason Brewer

Chief Executive Officer, Marula Mining Plc and Chairman Neo Energy Metals

Pierre-Samuel Guedji

Chairman and CEO, Affectio Mutandi

James Kenny

Chief Executive Officer, Frontier Rare Earths

Pierre Petit-De Pasquale

Standards Director at IRMA – Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance

Michael Edem Akafia

President, Ghana Chamber of Mines and Vice President, External Affairs, Goldfields

Tidiane Barry

Vice President, West Africa and General Manager of the Essakane Mine in Burkina Faso, IAMGOLD

Mr Mzila Mthenjane

CEO, Minerals Council of South Africa

Dr Chukwuemeka (Chux) Onaa

Regional Manager, Africa and North America Standardisation, VDMA

Olivier Binyingo

Executive Vice President DRC, Ivanhoe Mines

Mr Ismaël Diakité

President, Chamber of Mines Guinea and Chief Representative of the SMB Winning consortium

Susannah MCLAREN

Head of Responsible Sourcing & Sustainability, Cobalt Institute

Molebogeng Mazibuko

Associate Vice President – Mining Lead, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

Anass Joundy

Associate Director, EBRD

MOTA24 Post Show Report

During the 2024 summit, calls were made to strengthen the link between the energy transition and the development of the mining sector through innovative financing models and fairer investment partnerships. The need to review outdated mining codes, improve the ease of doing business and promote training as well as community development was highlighted.

A real and fair partnership between Europe and Africa was seen as being key to ensure a successful energy transition. MOTA 2024 has been an effective platform for networking and business development. The organizers would like to thank the sponsors and their partners for their support.

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Responsible mining was identified as key for the future of the global mining industry. Stakeholders highlighted the need for sustainable practices in the mining industry.

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