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partnerships. Additionally, I hosted a masterclass for the UCT Leaders in Extractives African Development (LEAD) Programme, reinforcing Nedbank’s commitment to developing future leaders in African mining. Our presence at Mining Indaba reflects our deep commitment to the industry. We were not just there to observe; we were actively financing and shaping the projects that define the future of mining. That’s why we prioritised being there, ensuring that our clients, partners, and stakeholders had access to our expertise, capital, and insights. n

Nedbank CIB is in the middle of this, working on identifying opportunities, running valuations, and structuring deals. However, in M&A, it only matters when the deal closes. There’s plenty of interest, but the real challenge lies in getting buyers and sellers to align on valuation. How important is the Mining Indaba in Nedbank’s calendar? Investing in African Mining Indaba is where the industry’s biggest decisions are made. It brings together investors, mining companies, financiers, and governments to shape the future of mining in Africa. For Nedbank, this event is about more than just networking; it is about being at the centre of key discussions on financing solutions, sustainability, the energy transition, and investment trends. This year, our presence was stronger than ever. Nedbank’s Chairperson, Daniel Mminele, opened the Energy in Mining Panel Discussion, exploring how mining companies could navigate energy tariffs, the carbon border tax, and decarbonisation strategies. This session included experts from Boston Consulting Group, Engie, First Quantum Minerals, and Cresco Group, who provided insights into how miners could balance sustainability with profitability. On the commodities front, Arnold van Graan, Senior Mining Analyst at Nedbank CIB, hosted the PGM Breakfast with Johnson Matthey and Northam Platinum, where industry leaders discussed global supply demand trends and the future of PGMs in the evolving auto sector. He also led the Gold and PGMs Investment Roundtable at Mining Indaba, unpacking where the best investment opportunities lay. Critical minerals were a focus at the Project Blue Breakfast, which explored Africa’s role in supplying manganese, copper, and other key materials essential to the energy transition. The BASF Breakfast featured discussions on auto catalysts and the impact on platinum group metals demand, with senior executives from BASF and Northam

Platinum sharing their perspectives. Beyond the discussions, Nedbank was a Platinum Sponsor of the 121 Mining Investment Conference, which included a speaking slot on the opening panel, a branded coffee lounge, and a dedicated refreshment lounge. Cathy Nader, Principal for Mining & Resources at Nedbank CIB, joined the Mining Investment Leaders Panel, providing insights on funding solutions and investment strategies. We also hosted our annual Nedbank CIB Client Cocktail Event, an exclusive networking evening where executives, investors, and government officials spoke about industry trends and strategic

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