PNYX Ltd. - Africa Mining Summit

Africa Mining Summit Pre-event Registration
Event participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass (business card required). Event Sponsors are also asked to setup their networking booths.

19:00 - 21:00

Evening Networking Reception
An 'ice-breaker' opportunity for event participants to meet and discuss the two days ahead in a relaxed and informal setting, whilst enjoying a range of canapés and refreshments.

Tuesday 13 December

Golden Tulip Hotel, Dar es Salaam

7:30 - 8:45

Registration & Networking
Event participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass whilst networking & enjoying tea & coffee (business card required).

8:45 - 9:05

Opening Ceremony
Opening Remarks from GRV Global, endorsing partners, and the event's Conference Chair; scene setting with an overview of the major talking points ahead.

Mr. Andrew Dowell, CEO of GRV Global Ltd

Mr. Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, Independent Director of Resource Companies, and Director of Ukwazi AEMENA A.S. (CONFERENCE CHAIR)

9:05 - 9:20

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

9:05 - 9:20

H.E. Mrs. Fatima Haram Acyl, Commissioner for Trade & Industry

African Union Commission (AUC)

9:20 - 10:20

The African Unions' Africa Mining Vision (AMV)
High-level, discussion panel chaired by the African Union's Frank Dixon Mugyenyi, Senior Industry Advisor - "Strategical Support for the Vision and its Action Plan" discussing transparency, progress, lessons, and plans.

H.E. Mrs. Fatima Haram Acyl, Commissioner for Trade & Industry of African Union Commission (AUC)

Hon. Lebohang Frederick Thotanyana, Minister of Ministry of Mining; Kingdom of Lesotho

Mr. Simon Tuma-Waku, President of MIASA (Mining Industries Association of Southern Africa)

Dr. Kaiser Goncalvez de Souza, Senior Geology and Mineral Information Advisor of UNECA; African Mineral Development Centre (AMDC)

Introduction of AMGI Pilot Project

Mr. Hyun-hee Joo, Team Leader of International Cooperation & Standardization

National Geologic Information Institute (NGII); Republic of Korea

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

10:20 - 10:50

Tea & Coffee Networking Break

10:50 - 11:45

Panel One; Mining: Past, Present & Future
Discussing Regulations & Frameworks | Strategic Approach | Trade | Potential VS Demand | Logistics & Infrastructure

10:50 - 10:55

Panel Introductions

10:55 - 11:10

The Role of AMGC In Serving The Mining Sector In Africa

Mr. Ibrahim Shaddad, Director General

African Minerals & Geosciences Center (AMGC)

11:10 - 11:25

Understanding the Blue Economy & its Contribution to Social and Economic Structure Transformation of African Economies

Dr. Kaiser Goncalvez de Souza, Senior Geology and Mineral Information Advisor

UNECA; African Mineral Development Centre (AMDC)

11:25 - 11:40

Redefining Productivity in Future Mining

Mr. Torbjörn Holmström, Senior Advisor Research & Technology

Volvo Group

11:40 - 11:45

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

11:45 - 13:00

Panel Two: Responsible Mining
Discussing Leadership | CSR & Impact | Inclusive Best Practices (local) | Socioeconomic Development (national) | Safety

11:45 - 11:50

Panel Introductions

11:50 - 12:05

IFC’s Approach to Benefits Sharing in Mining Projects & Sustainable Development

Mr. Sacha Akira Backes, Senior Investment Officer - Mining

Infrastructure and Natural Resources Department, International Finance Corporation (IFC)

12:05 - 12:20

CSR & Sustainable Development: MANAGEM Experience

Mr. Abdellatif Kissami, Director, CSR and HR International

Managem Group

12:20 - 12:35

Ethiopia’s First Internationally Financed Mine Project & How it's Impacted by the Current Overhaul of Ethiopia’s Good Governance Systems

Mr. Garard Bagnell, Operations Manager

KEFI Minerals Plc

12:35 - 12:50

Acacia Mining; Delivering Shared Benefit for Tanzania

Mr. Deo Mwanyika, Vice President - Corporate Affairs

Acacia Mining

12:50 - 13:00

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

13:00 - 14:15

Networking Lunch Break

14:15 - 15:30

14:15 - 14:20

Panel Introductions

14:20 - 14:35

How Tanzania Strategically Invests in the Mining Sector - The Role of STAMICO

Mr. Alex C. Rutagwelela, Ag. Director of Exploration & Drilling

State Mining Corporation (STAMICO); United Republic of Tanzania

14:35 - 14:50

African Gold Refinery Ltd. - Product of Uganda's Minerals Value Addition Policy

Hon. Richard H. Kaijuka, Chairman AGR & Vice Chairman Uganda Chamber of Mines & Petroleum

African Gold Refinery Limited

14:50 - 15:05

Criteria for Attracting Mining Investment in a Competitive World

Dr. Toby Bradbury, Chief Executive Officer

Shanta Mining Company Limited

15:05 - 15:20

South Sudan - Challenges & Opportunities in Africa's Newest Mining Frontier

Mr. Mark Parker, Managing Director

Equator Gold

15:20 - 15:30

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

15:30 - 16:00

Tea & Coffee Networking Break

16:00 - 18:00

Mining Sector Matchmaking Meetings
Afternoon session devoted to one-to-one matchmaking meetings between Governments, Miners, Investors and Suppliers. Schedules are prearranged to provide a unique opportunity to discuss continent-wide mining matters and solutions.

20:00 - 22:00

Cultural Dinner
An informal, pool-side Cultural Dinner welcoming the Official Delegation and all Event attendees; enjoying local food, refreshments and entertainment. An ideal opportunity for further networking and to discuss the day's major talking points.

Wednesday 14 December

Golden Tulip Hotel, Dar es Salaam

8:00 - 8:50

Registration & Networking
Event participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass whilst networking & enjoying tea & coffee (business card required).

8:50 - 9:00

Day Two Welcoming Remarks
Welcoming Remarks from the event's Conference Chair; offering an overview of day one's major talking points with highlights of discussions to come.

Mr. Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, Independent Director of Resource Companies, and Director of Ukwazi AEMENA A.S. (CONFERENCE CHAIR)

9:00 - 9:15

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

9:00 - 9:15

The Mining Industry in Tanzania: Opportunities & Challenges

Amb. Ami Mpungwe, Chairman

Tanzania Chamber of Minerals and Energy (TCME)

9:15 - 10:15

Panel Four: Mining & Technology
Discussing Modern Mining | Advanced Technologies | Incorporation (plans) | Access | Risk Reduction

9:15 - 9:20

Panel Introductions

9:20 - 9:35

Sudan's Mineral Sector

H.E. Osheak Tahir, State Minister

Ministry of Minerals; Republic of Sudan

9:35 - 9:50

Audience Driven Technical Solutions

Mr. Adriaan Strydom, Mining Engineer & COO

Ukwazi AEMENA A.S.

9:50 - 10:05

Blasting Impact & Dust Minimization Technologies in Mining - Sustainable Solutions For Mines Across Africa

Rev. Emmanuel Coffie-Anum, Environmental Coordinator

Ghana Manganese Company Ltd

10:05 - 10:15

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

10:15 - 10:45

Tea & Coffee Networking Break

10:45 - 11:00

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

10:45 - 11:00

‘Development Minerals:’ Transforming a Neglected Sector in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific

Ms. Caroline Ngonze, Programme Specialist

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

11:00 - 12:00

Panel Five: Innovation
Discussing Harnessing Talent | Tailings Retreatment | Value Add | Effective Analysis

11:00 - 11:05

Panel Introductions

11:05 - 11:20

Highlights of Mineral Potential in Ethiopia

Mr. Abebe Bedassa Gobena, Mineral License Administration Coordinator

Ministry of Mines, Petroleum & Natural Gas; Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

11:20 - 11:35

Tenement Choice Algorithm – A New Approach in Tanzania

Mr. David Spencer, Chairman

General Exploration Limited

11:35 - 11:50

Interventions to Promote Gold and Gemstones Mining and Trade for Economic and Security Stability within East and Central Africa

Mr. Moses Njiru Njeru, Chief Executive Officer

Kenya Chamber of Mines

11:50 - 12:00

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

12:00 - 13:00

Panel Six: Powering Mines of the Future
Discussing Accountability | Renewables | Reliability | Remoteness | Sustainability

12:00 - 12:05

Panel Introductions

12:05 - 12:20

Building Power Generation for Southern Africa

Mr. Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Chairman

Shumba Energy

12:20 - 12:35

The Impact of Good Mining Legislation in Boosting the Mining Sector: The DRC Case

Mr. Simon Tuma-Waku, President

DRC Chamber of Mines

12:35 - 12:50

Effective Deployment of Solar PV in African Mining

Mr. Ira Green, General Manager

GG Energy Holdings LLC

12:50 - 13:00

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

13:00 - 13:15

Closing Ceremony
Closing Remarks from GRV Global, endorsing partners, and the event's Conference Chair; summing-up with highlights of the two day's outcomes and take-away points.

H.E. Mrs. Fatima Haram Acyl, Commissioner for Trade & Industry of African Union Commission (AUC)

Mr. Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, Independent Director of Resource Companies, and Director of Ukwazi AEMENA A.S. (CONFERENCE CHAIR)

Mr. Andrew Dowell, CEO of GRV Global Ltd

13:15 - 14:30

Networking Lunch Break

14:30 - 17:00