- VP Gaolathe, Minister Kenewendo to speak at The Future of Mining Summit 2025
- Leading international mining executives confirm speaking at the summit
- Summit organisers expected high-level participation of SADC countries
The Future of Mining Summit, Botswana’s premier mining conference, is set to return for its second edition on 18-19 June 2024 at Boipuso Hall, Fairgrounds in Gaborone.
Organised by The Projects Magazine in partnership with the Botswana Chamber of Mines (BCM) and endorsed by the Ministry of Minerals and Energy, this year’s summit will be held under the theme “New Opportunities, Smart Partnerships.”
The high-profile event aims to promote Botswana’s position as Africa’s leading mining investment destination, drawing international delegates, investors, and industry leaders for discussions on mining sector transformation. The summit enjoys the backing of key institutions, including the Minerals Development Company Botswana (MDCB), underscoring its strategic importance to the country’s mining industry.
Last year’s inaugural summit set a high benchmark, attracting over 470 delegates, including 13 CEOs, and featuring three ministerial addresses. This year, the event is expected to draw 1000 attendees, with over 300 international delegates, solidifying its reputation as a must-attend conference for industry stakeholders.
Key discussions at the summit will focus on technology in mining, renewable energy, access to finance, future skills, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), Public-Private Partnerships, community engagement in mining, and the importance of provenance in the industry, particularly the diamond industry, which is currently facing challenges.
High-Profile Speakers
The summit has already confirmed the participation of top government officials and industry leaders. Vice President and Minister of Finance, Ndaba Gaolathe, will officially close the summit on Day 2, while Minister of Minerals and Energy, Bogolo Kenewendo, will deliver a keynote address on Botswana’s mining outlook on Day 1.
Several international speakers have already confirmed their participation, including Brendan Harris, Group CEO and Managing Director of Sandfire, Charles Fitzroy, President & CEO of Giyani Metals, and Khumo Nyenyiwa, Mine Planning Superintendent at Kenmare Mines. Leading local mining industry executives such as Andrew Motsomi, Managing Director of Debswana, Edwin Elias, CEO of Morupule Coal Mine, and Naseem Banu Lahri, Managing Director of Lucara Botswana. More speakers are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
A Platform for Growth and Collaboration
The Future of Mining Summit serves as a crucial platform for knowledge exchange, investment discussions, and strategic partnerships. It provides stakeholders with an opportunity to engage on emerging trends, innovative solutions, and policy directions shaping the future of mining in Botswana and beyond.
Organised by The Projects Magazine, a leading business publication and authority on mining insights, the summit builds on the publication’s growing influence. The Projects Magazine recently launched Botswana Mining Vol.1 in Cape Town, further cementing its role in promoting Botswana’s mining sector on the global stage.
With an impressive line-up of speakers and a growing international presence, this year’s Future of Mining Summit is set to be a landmark event in Botswana’s mining industry. A delegate ticket is priced at P5,500 per delegate, and registration is done online on www.futureofminingbw.com
