Modern Mining January 2025

MINING INDABA PREVIEW

Mining Indaba 2025: A glimpse into the future of the industry

The theme for Mining Indaba 2025, “Future-Proofing African Mining, Today” , could not be more timely as the global landscape continues to evolve. As the mining sector faces new challenges and opportunities, Mining Indaba 2025 will continue to serve as a leading platform for addressing the sector’s most pressing issues and fostering growth. With a rich history of supporting Africa’s mining industry, this year’s event is set to be the largest and most impactful edition yet, offering a variety of innovative sessions, exciting showcases, and new opportunities for collaboration, Laura Nicholson, head of Content & Strategic Partnerships for Mining Indaba, tells Modern Mining .

For 2025, Mining Indaba is taking its government engagement to the next level.

Distinguished leaders will deliver keynote addresses and share their insights on the mining industry.

M ining Indaba 2025 is embracing a forward-thinking approach by actively exploring new audience sectors that will enhance the event and contribute to the full value chain of mining. This strategy highlights a strong commitment to evolving the event offering, ensuring Mining Indaba continues to serve as a pivotal platform for the development and advancement of the African mining industry. By expanding into new sectors, Mining Indaba aims to bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and foster collaboration across all aspects of the mining process, from exploration through to production and beyond. These new audience sectors will not only broaden the scope of the event but will also deepen the quality of discussions, enriching the conversations and knowledge-sharing at the core of the event’s success. Heightened anticipation “As the mining industry gears for Mining Indaba 2025, the mood among delegates, exhibitors, and the international community is one of heightened anticipation and optimism. There’s a palpable sense of excitement surrounding the

event, fuelled by the growing recognition of Africa’s role in the global mining landscape and the industry’s increasing commitment to sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity. From the delegates and exhibitors to the international community, the sentiment reflects a collective desire to address the most persistent challenges facing the sector while also seizing the opportunities that come with them,” explains Nicholson. One of the key factors driving this positive sentiment is the overwhelming emphasis on innovation and cutting-edge technology. Mining Indaba 2025 promises to be a showcase of transformative technologies that are changing the way mining operations are conducted, from automation and AI to green energy solutions and sustainability-driven innovations. “With the world focusing on sustainable practices, the significance of collaboration and innovation in the mining industry has never been more critical. Mining Indaba 2025 stands at the forefront of this movement, providing a vital platform for industry leaders to come together and drive progress,” adds Nicholson. As public and private sectors intensify their focus on responsible resource extraction, Mining Indaba 2025 is

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