Highlights

• African Mining Indaba 2026 convenes 10,500+ delegates in Cape Town (Feb 9-12) under the theme 'Stronger together: Progress through partnerships' to advance mining investment and collaboration.
• The world's largest annual mining investment conference connects 1,300+ investors, 1,400+ government officials, and 1,450+ mining companies focused on critical minerals and sustainability.
• For over 30 years, Mining Indaba has served as the definitive platform linking Africa's mineral resources to global demand while strengthening local supply chains and economic development.

The Investing in African Mining Indaba (opens in a new tab) is the world’s largest annual mining investment conference (opens in a new tab) held in Cape Town, South Africa (9–12 February 2026). It connects mining companies, investors, and governments to drive investment, forge deals, and discuss the future of African mining, focusing on sustainability, critical minerals, and policy. 

Key details about the 2026 Mining Indaba include:

• Theme: "Stronger together: Progress through partnerships".
• Participants: Over 10,500 delegates, including 1,300+ investors, 1,400+ government officials (ministers), and 1,450+ mining companies.
• Focus Areas: Mineral investment, sustainable mining, energy transition minerals, and boosting Africa's economic development.
• Location: Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC).
• Activities: High-level panel discussions, the Business Matchmaking Program, Country Showcases, and the Junior Mining Showcase.

The event serves as the primary platform for fostering collaboration between public and private sectors to advance responsible mining practices. 

See 2026 Exhibitors (opens in a new tab).

For more than three decades, the Investing in African Mining Indaba has stood as the definitive global platform for shaping Africa’s mining future. By convening governments, miners, investors, and communities, it has consistently driven sustainable investment, responsible mining practices, and meaningful partnerships across the continent. With a clear mission to strengthen local mineral supply chains while meeting global demand—especially for critical minerals—the conference plays a central role in linking Africa’s resources to long-term economic growth and technological progress.

As Mining Indaba 2026 emphasizes that the industry is stronger together, the event remains a catalyst for collaboration, innovation, and resilient development, reinforcing mining’s position as a cornerstone of Africa’s economic future.