Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, will this evening deliver an address at the Brand South Africa Mining Indaba Welcome Reception in Cape Town.
The Deputy Minister’s address will focus on strategic minerals, integrated infrastructure, and continental policy.
The session will take place at the Capital 15 on Orange Hotel.
“Brand South Africa will host its official Welcome Reception on Sunday, 08 February 2026, as global leaders, policymakers, investors, and industry pioneers gather for Mining Indaba 2026, creating a moment for reflection, connection, and renewed commitment to Africa’s shared future. The reception sets the tone for the week ahead, anchoring conversations around responsible industrialisation, strategic minerals, and Africa’s role in shaping a just and inclusive global economy,” Brand South Africa said in an earlier statement.
It said the gathering is one where like-minded industry leaders come together to showcase how mining is not only about extraction, but about impact, legacy, and people.
“[The] Mining Indaba is a powerful platform that positions South Africa’s mineral wealth and reaffirms its global role as one of Africa’s leading mining giants. By convening senior government leaders, captains of industry, continental institutions, and international investors, the reception positions Africa’s mineral resources at the centre of global conversations on industrialisation,” said Neville Matjie, Chief Executive Officer of Brand South Africa.
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe said discussions at the indaba must focus on collaborations that will unlock the full potential of critical minerals for the benefit of all people.
“Our discussions today – and throughout the Mining Indaba – must, therefore, focus on how we can encourage collaboration between the public and private sectors, financial institutions, investors, and communities to unlock the full potential of our critical minerals for the benefit of our people,” Mantashe said on Sunday.
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The Minister was speaking at the Ministerial Symposium session ahead of the official opening of the Mining Indaba held at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town.
Minister Mantashe is set to address the official opening ceremony of the indaba on Monday, 09 February. -SAnews.gov.za
