POST EVENT GUIDE • 8TH - 10TH OCTOBER 2018 GRAND PALM HOTEL • GABORONE, BOTSWANA
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FOREWORD Welcome to the Africa Mining Summit 2018 Post-Event Guide where, GRV Global would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all those who participated in the fourth annual holding of this important event; a series promoting innovative, sustainable and responsible mining across Africa through public-private partnerships (PPPs). Following a hugely encouraging, enjoyable and productive few days at the Grand Palm Hotel Resort in Botswana, this report contains a detailed overview of the various workshops and plenary sessions, exhibition, afternoon matchmaking meetings, networking functions, and charity golf day including a large selection of photographs from the Summit.
GRV Global would like to pass on our sincere gratitude to the various Government, Chamber, International & United Nations agency officials, mine owners and developers that joined our discussion panels across the two days, and were committed to meeting with event delegates throughout our afternoon matchmaking meeting sessions. We are extremely grateful for their kind time and support not only during the week of AMS 2018 but also, for their assistance during the build up to the event. GRV Global would like to express special thanks to H.E. Amb. Albert M. Muchanga, Commissioner of Trade & Industry at the African Union Commission (AUC), and to Hon. Eric Mothibi Molale, Minister of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security of the Government of Botswana - to their wonderful teams and for their unwavering assistance with helping to organise our 4th Africa Mining Summit. Additionally, we would also like to thank Alan Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy, who once again, so expertly fulfilled the role of Conference Chair across the two days, utilising his vast experience and dedication to Africa’s mining sector.
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In its fourth year, the Africa Mining Summit has once again been heralded as a significant success by both the participating officials and private-sector delegates alike; testimonials of which can be found later in this report. We welcomed over 200 local and international participants to Gaborone and facilitated over a thousand face-to-face matchmaking meetings. Many important mining factors and challenges regarding the sector’s lasting development were discussed and some extremely valuable experiences and knowledge was shared. As a result of this event, and GRV Global’s ethos of personable engagement, long-standing collaborations are sure to result and ultimately, a stronger base on which to boost and develop the mining sector through PPPs.
GRV Global would like to thank the Grand Palm Hotel Resort for its support across the few days. We thank all our local partners/suppliers for helping us to produce world-class materials such as the stage set, banners, invitations and tickets, and of course the Official Event Guide. Lastly and by no means least, GRV Global would truly like to thank our Summit Sponsors for their support and attendance without which, events of this magnitude and importance would simply not be possible. The support shown by our partners and sponsors was emphatic and a true testament to the potential they see for mining across the African continent. Thank you for joining us in Gaborone; we look forward to welcoming you next year and continuing our close efforts with the African Union Commission (AUC). WWW.GRVGLOBAL.COM
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CONTENTS CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
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CONFERENCE AGENDA
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POST-EVENT REPORT: DAY 0NE
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POST-EVENT REPORT: DAY TWO
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ROUNDTABLE LIST
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ROUNDTABLE PROFILES
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ATTENDEES LIST
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EVENT FLOORPLAN
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It is with great pleasure that on behalf of GRV Global and myself, I can herewith report back to you, in summary, regarding the outcomes and successes of the 4th Africa Mining Summit held at The Grand Palm Hotel Resort on 9-10 October 2018. AMS2018 was this year described by co-host and Patron, the African Union Commissioner of Trade & Industry (AUCTI), Ambassador Albert Muchanga as an ‘Institution’ growing from strength to strength. Supported by the AU, to generate alignment and understanding between member states Ministers, ministries of Mines and Energy, and the private sector, to join these key stakeholders in Africa and engage formally in developing and shaping exploitation of Africa’s continental & coastal natural resources and related industrial profile. In his opening address Ambassador Muchanga placed emphasis on environmental and social impact consciousness, referring specifically to the latest ‘Intergovernmental Report on Climate Change’ and that it indicates increasing human impacts are driving the globe to increased temperatures and related extremes in weather being directly attributed thereto. Accordingly, he warned that our sector must be the best corporate citizen in this regard to preserve our continent for future generations. He added as a reminder that this event stands out as the true Pan-African platform for Policy debate and for mobilising the private sector within the African Mining Vision (AMV) as a ‘Blueprint for Structural Transfer of African Economies’; and that the The panel sessions Chaired by Private Sector Compact (PSC) is under execution as a tool to senior industry leaders were most facilitate dialogue to reduce and share risk created within the African Minerals Governance Framework (AMGF). informative and at times
controversial in a positive way
The keynote address by the Botswana Minister of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security, Hon. Minister Eric Mothibi Molale Openly expressed his both pleasure at the return of the conference to Botswana and his gratitude to the AUCTI and especially Ambassador Muchanga for their passionate patronage and partnership as development leaders for African continental growth. Minister Molale reflected on Botswana as a benchmark on the continent and indeed the world for facilitating Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy development. Fundamental to this success was the recognition of the ‘Rule of Law’ and promoting transparency and accessibility of the facilitating organs of government to ensure efficiency in dealing with all industry stakeholders for timeous development of resources for economic activity and GDP growth. However, the Minister also expressed that Botswana has despite its inherent stability and history, still within itself to make further improvements and refund departmental processes to remove bottlenecks and he is personally arriving to bring the necessary further changes to benefit investors and stakeholders alike. He emphasised a number of key focus points but summarised all in one over-riding active philosophy of Botswana, “Botho” translated as “Sharing & Caring” and he appealed to all to bear this in mind as we work collectively and collaboratively for our continent’s development to be ethically sustainable. The panel sessions Chaired by senior industry leaders were most informative and at times controversial in a positive way, with topical issues addressed and question/debate from delegate audience participation strongly interactive.
Panel 1 was led with military precision and direction by James Campbell of Botswana Diamonds on realising the African Mining Vision addressing important minerals & metals, attracting exploration dollars to increase Africa’s share of global spend over the Frazer Institutes current reported 14% in 2017. Discussion and debate on balancing internal political demands with competition for the available dollars highlighted that Trust, Negotiating and contracting for full downstream industries creation, focus on transparency and avoiding over-sophistication are key. Minister Molale emphasised we must all be operating ‘SMART’, I.e. Simple, Measurable, Actionable, Reasonable and Time Bound! Two of the panels that followed dovetailed well on key elements of project sustainability and the changed nature of the funding environment and sources there of in recent times. In particular, private equity, equipment & technology providers, streaming & royalty companies were mentioned as finders continuing to grow in significance, with traders more of a last resort typically being higher cost. Professor Fred Cawood had the delegate audience captivated with his presentation on the impact of the Digital era on the industry and the challenges faced as a result of differences in requirements and view of Mining Investors & Companies versus Government. The first being Risk & Investment management & return focussed and the second Compliance & Reporting focussed to levy taxes and royalties. The MVC (Mining Value Chain) is by necessity being digitally reworked to accommodate both stakeholders Minister Molale emphasised we need and expectations. must all be operating ‘SMART’, I.e.
Simple, Measurable, Actionable, The later panels addressed well, future technology trends, Reasonable and Time Bound! developing people, mining impact, corporate social responsibility, and sector legal concerns especially around Mining Charters, localisation of equity ownership, carried interests and empowerment principles. In conclusion, the mining & minerals development sector in Africa should continue to benefit significantly from market commodity positioning as we move in to 2019 and beyond. The clear investment trend in ‘stuff’ that is physical and tradeable including infrastructure and energy related commodities, like Copper, Zinc, both of which are already in or close to supply/demand deficit, Battery metals (Cobalt, Vanadium, Lithium & Manganese) and/or the Junior Mining Equities that hold such assets or the technologies to enhance them. This therefore continues to offer all stakeholders and investors on the continent strong fundamentals in the business and in the progressive project developments. So, with all of the above, I am sure you will agree that the event was again an unqualified success and that you will join me in applauding the AUCTI and Botswana Ministry for the support for this event and GRVglobal for organising it. I now look forward to the 5th AMS taking place on 26th to 27th September 2019 the venue for which will be advised in the first quarter of 2018 (Gaborone for sure). I shall look forward to seeing you there. On behalf of the organisers. With Best Regards, I remain, Yours Faithfully ALAN M. CLEGG PR. ENG. PR.CPM PMP FSAIMM FIOQ INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE COMPANIES
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Monday 08 October | Gaborone, Botswana
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10:00 - 15:30 CHARITY GOLF DAY - PHAKALANE CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE
Enjoy a unique golf experience at Botswana’s only 18 Hole Championship Golf Course - the Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel Resort. Tournament players, and hackers alike, can look forward to an exciting day of golf, enjoying breathtaking views and wildlife, networking, refreshments, prizes and giveaways. In its second year, who will take away the coveted trophy in aid of a local charity...
17:00 - 19:00
PRE-REGISTRATION & SETUP THE GRAND PALM HOTEL CASINO & CONVENTION RESORT
Event participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass (business card required). Sponsors are also asked to setup their exhibition booths, and meet with moderators/panellists ahead of the Summit’s plenary sessions.
19:00 - 21:00
EVENING NETWORKING RECEPTION - THE KALAHARI BAR, GRAND PALM HOTEL
An ‘ice-breaker’ Evening Networking Reception where event participants may meet and discuss the two days ahead in a relaxed and informal setting, whilst enjoying a range of canapes and refreshments.
Tuesday 09 October | The Grand Palm Hotel Casino & Convention Resort, Gaborone 8:00 - 8:50
NETWORKING REGISTRATION
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OPENING CEREMONY
CONFERENCE CHAIR
Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy & CONFERENCE CHAIR
Event participants may complete registration, if not done so Monday evening, by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass whilst networking and enjoying tea & coffee (business card required).
Andrew Dowell, CEO of GRV Global Ltd
KEYNOTE ADDRESS H.E. Amb. Albert M. Muchanga, Commissioner of Trade & Industry of African Union Commission (AUC)
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OPENING ADDRESS
9:30 - 10:45
SESSION 1: THE AFRICA MINING VISION - HIGH LEVEL DIALOGUE
9:30 - 9:40
Panel Chair: James Campbell, Managing Director of Botswana Diamonds plc
10:45 - 10:55
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
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NETWORKING TEA & COFFEE BREAK SPONSORED BY
Hon. Eric Mothibi Molale, Minister Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Discussing development strategies & reform, using local, changing the sector’s image & reputation, meaningful policy at a local, national and regional level, and African nations becoming the supplier of knowledge-based products and services. Leveraging on the transformative role of the mineral resources to achieve the Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Area.
H.E. Amb. Albert M. Muchanga, Commissioner of Trade & Industry of African Union Commission (AUC) Hon. Eric Mothibi Molale, Minister of Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Hon. Morie Manyeh, Minister of Ministry of Mines & Mineral Resources; Sierra Leone Hon. Barbara Oteng-Gyasi, Deputy Minister of Ministry of Lands & Natural Resources, Ghana Hon. Polite Kambamura, Deputy Minister of Ministry of Mines and Mining Development, Zimbabwe Dr. Ilboudo Ousmane, Permanent Secretariat of National Minerals Commission of Ministry of Mines and Quarries, Burkina Faso
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Andrew McPherson
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11:25 - 12:15
SESSION 2: LEADERS IN MINING INVESTMENT
11:25 - 11:35
Panel Chair: Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy
Discussing sound investable projects, mining finance & funding markets, raising & accessing capital, long-term strategy & enabling entrepreneurs, and the effect of global economic issues - Elections, Brexit and the Eurozone.
Dr. Mike Seeger, Director of MX Mining Capital Advisors CC Simon Purkiss, CEO of Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd
12:05 - 12:15
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
12:15 - 13:15
SESSION 3: ESSENTIALS - COMMUNICATIONS, SUPPLY CHAIN, ENERGY, & WATER
12:15 - 12:25
Panel Chair: Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy
Discussing energy use & reducing costs, storage, the provision of power generation services & cogeneration systems and the potential for renewables, the value of enhanced communications (highspeed connectivity for a seamless exchange of information between mining sites and headquarters, for production efficiency, security, and its impact on people), strategies for supply chain - establishing effective contractual structures, contract management and performance.
Martin Bartle, Executive Director of Minergy Coal Sindiso Ngatsha Sichone, Supply Chain Manager of Mopani Copper Mines Plc Pieter Pienaar, Senior Channel Manager SADC, Sales of Motorola Solutions
13:05 - 13:15
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
13:15 - 14:30
NETWORKING LUNCH BREAK
14:30 - 18:00
SESSION 4: AFRICA MINING 1-2-1 MATCHMAKING MEETINGS; CEMENTING THE DIALOGUE THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS
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This session offers opportunities for targeted and personable interactions. To ensure maximum benefit is gained from AMS2018, profiles of all attending Officials i.e. Governments, Miners, Developers, Investors and Suppliers etc., outlining their role and responsibilities, are shared with delegates prior to the Summit. Delegates may then login to GRV Global’s secure scheduling system, and make an informed choice of whom they wish to meet, and at which meeting tables. Pre-event, participants receive an individually tailored schedule of matchmaking meetings based on said choices (each meeting lasting 15 minutes). Meeting areas are kept restricted, free from distraction, to allow for focused discussions with no preplanned content for conversations.
19:30 - 22:00
CULTURAL DINNER - THE BOMA RESTAURANT
Enjoy an informal Cultural Dinner, welcoming the Official Delegation and all Summit participants for a selection of traditional dishes, refreshments and entertainment. An ideal opportunity for further networking, to discuss the day’s talking points, and to further relations established during the afternoon’s 1-2-1 matchmaking meeting session.
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8:30 - 9:00
NETWORKING REGISTRATION
9:00 - 9:15
DAY TWO WELCOMING REMARKS
9:15 - 9:30
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
If not already done so, event participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass whilst networking and enjoying tea & coffee (business card required). A brief overview of day one’s major talking points, with a look at the topics of discussion to come. Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy & CONFERENCE CHAIR
THE DIGITAL MINE OF THE FUTURE: CONSIDERATIONS FOR AFRICAN MINING
Professor Frederick Thomas Cawood, Director of Wits University, Wits Mining Institute
9:30 - 10:30
SESSION 5: JUNIOR MINING FINANCE
9:30 - 9:40
Panel Chair: Thapelo Tsheole, Chief Executive Officer of Botswana Stock Exchange
10:20 - 10:30
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
10:30 - 10:45
SPOTLIGHT ADDRESS: ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS OF SOUTHERN AFRICAN MINING REGIMES
Discussing financing world-class mining projects of the future; the growing role of Sustainable & Responsible Investment (SRI) in the junior mining space, and how available is mine finance to the junior sector at present? • How should mining companies think about maintaining their share price during the transition of production? • Access & availability of debt – are bank becoming more confident in the industry again? • Can mines accelerate discovery & de-risk exploration investment through investing in the right technologies & processes?
Dr. Peter Cox, CEO of Ironveld plc Simon Purkiss, CEO of Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd Robin Birchall, CEO of Giyani Metals Jacques Badenhorst, CEO of Maatla Energy
James Campbell, Managing Director of Botswana Diamonds plc
10:45 - 11:15
NETWORKING TEA & COFFEE BREAK SPONSORED BY
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SESSION 6: INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
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Discussing inspiring innovation through leadership and adopting technology (its lead on equipment and process development) – autonomous vehicles & smart mining, wearable technologies & 3D printing, digital growth & the value of data, overcoming risk & retaining the advantage, and drones & advanced solutions. Andrew McPherson
21-06-2017
11:15 - 11:25
Panel Chair: Charles Siwawa, Chief Executive Officer of Botswana Chamber of Mines
12:20 - 12:30
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
Professor Frederick Thomas Cawood, Director of Wits University, Wits Mining Institute Hentie Fourie, Chief Operating Officer of 4e Innovation Musawenkosi Innocent Masinga, CEO of Mining Engineering, Paramount Tracks Pty Ltd
12:30 - 13:30
SESSION 7: FUTURE TRENDS & DEVELOPING PEOPLE
12:30 - 12:40
PANEL CHAIR: EDWIN T. ELIAS, HEAD OF ORE PROCESSING OF DEBSWANA MINING COMPANY
Discussing the future of mining (common challenges & success stories), seizing opportunities & harnessing talent (up-skilling & education based on the future of mine operations), skilled women in mining & the economic benefits, stability (collaborations & partnerships), mega projects & related demand, and beneficiation (inc. tailings) - becoming the added value!
Logic Sebopeng, Senior Mining Engineer of Khoemacau Copper Mining Otto van der Ende, Mining Expert - MineLens of McKinsey Puso Akanyang, Director Science Delivery of Botswana Geoscience Institute Ernest Lehman, Senior Project Services Manager of Debswana Mining Company
13:20 - 13:30
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
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NETWORKING LUNCH BREAK
14:30 - 15:30
SESSION 8: IMPACT, RESPONSIBILITY & THE CONTINENT’S DEVELOPMENT
14:30 - 14:40
Panel Chair: Rev. Emmanuel Coffie-Anum, Health, Safety and Environmental Manager of Ghana Manganese Co. Ltd
Discussing the responsibility of resource richness, impact & the potential for social & economic growth, addressing occupational health, sustainable development through collaborations & positive impact, and re-thinking the approach to CSR the case for Corporate Social Investments (CSI).
Ibrahim Abdelrahman Ibrahim Shaddad, Director General of African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC) Batirai Manhando, President of Trojan Nickel Mine / Chamber of Mines Of Zimbabwe Luke Sadike Nepela, Director of Deep South Resources
15:20 - 15:30
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
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SESSION 9: MINING & ENERGY SECTOR LEGAL CONCERNS
15:30 - 15:40
PANEL CHAIR: Shakila Khan Associate of Khan Corporate Law
16:20 - 16:30
Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session
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Discussing the public listing of Junior Companies, managing growing Resource Nationalism, and onerous Mining Charters and their effect on investment in mining content-wide.
Mark Parker, Managing Director of Equator Gold John Hulme Scholes, Director of Malan Scholes Inc Kevin Cron, Director of Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa Inc.
Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy & CONFERENCE CHAIR Frank Dixon Mugyenyi, Senior Industry Advisor of African Union Commission (AUC) Andrew Dowell, CEO of GRV Global Ltd
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AMS2018: POST-EVENT REPORT DAY 1 The fourth Africa Mining Summit (AMS2018), was held once again in the beautiful capital of Botswana, Gaborone on 9th - 10th October 2018. Almost 200 leading experts from across Africa’s mining industry, were welcomed to the stunning pastures at The Grand Palm Hotel Resort to meet face-to-face and take part in a vibrant and active two days of high-level discussion and meetings. Delegates participated in themed plenary sessions, afternoon 1-2-1 matchmaking meetings, between public and private sector entities, and a range of networking functions, seeking to further the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) of a resolute and hard-working continent.
CHARITY GOLF DAY MONDAY 8TH OCTOBER
Before the conference got formally underway, GRV Global for the second year, hosted the Africa Mining Summit Charity Golf Day, in aid of Botswana’s Mpule Kwelagobe Children’s Centre. The charity provides a safe haven for short term residential care, support and protection to orphans and vulnerable children. Held once again at Botswana’s
only 18-hole Championship Golf Course set amongst the Phakalane Resort’s beautiful landscape, GRV Global’s very own Ian Whitty came out on top, with CEO Andrew Dowell winning nearest the pin and Debswana Mining Co winning longest drive! Further to the generous donations made last year, the dogged golfers were able to raise almost $1,000 for the Children’s Centre. Pre-registration, setup was underway in the conference ballroom as sponsors prepared their exhibition booths, before all attendees were able to enjoy an informal ‘ice-breaker’ Evening Reception. Participants were able to register and collect their access passes before enjoying a relaxed evening of networking, accompanied by canapes and refreshments overlooking the hotel grounds; an ideal opportunity for early introductions and discussions ahead of the main event.
DAY 1 TUESDAY 9TH OCTOBER
In the light of the beautiful Gaborone sun, delegates were able to network and collect their delegate passes (if they had not done
so already), over morning tea & coffee before heading in to the ballroom for the fourth Africa Mining Summit’s welcoming remarks. Commencing the first day of AMS2018 was the Opening Ceremony, where GRV Global’s CEO, Andrew Dowell took a moment to first thank H.E. Amb. Albert M. Muchanga, Commissioner of Trade & Industry of the African Union Commission (AUC) and Hon. Eric Mothibi Molale, Botswana’s Minister of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security, for their continued tireless support and help in preparation of the Summit. Andrew went on to further greet returning faces among the esteemed delegation, and welcome the many new faces that had joined this year, before duly handing over to the Conference Chair. Conference Chair, Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy set the scene for the event, with a pointed observation of the economic, political and environmental climate that has shaped the mining sector in recent months, and the current emerging trends. Alan opened the morning’s session on an encouraging note, remarking on the positive outlook of the natural resources investment sector, despite some commodities exhibiting flattening demand curves. However, Alan went on to further state that through resource nationalism there has been continued negative arbitrage on prospective risk investment in the sector, whilst noting that government leadership and political change plays a pivotal role in the direction of mining which can bring
about greater investment, as has been the case in Botswana and Zimbabwe. Although some changes can be for the better, the evolution of mining that has departed from the relatively short process of ‘drill, find, dig and produce’ within 3 to 5 years, has now been replaced by a process that can exceed over 10 years - increased regulation continues to pose a challenge to the industry as a whole. With the race to find alternative energy fuels, Alan, reasserted coals position as a permanent fixture in the industry for decades to come despite its surrounding contention as a ‘dirty commodity’, with the possibility of its use increasing in future years until a reliable, new and reasonably priced, base-load source of energy is found. It was made further evident that despite the ‘green energy’ revolution, fossil fuels are still required. However, there remains a need to innovate for the prospect of a ‘carbon neutral’ footprint via the process of transforming coal in a CTL (Coal to liquids) process to produce Liquid Organic Hydrogen within, and for manufacturing transportable and scalable energy storage units. Providing the audience with much to think about, ahead of the morning’s themed discussion panels, Alan introduced AMS2018’s first keynote address.
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GRV Global once again had the pleasure of welcoming H.E. Amb. Albert M. Muchanga, Commissioner of Trade & Industry of the African Union Commission (AUC) to the 4th Africa Mining Summit. Giving his Keynote Address, Amb. Muchanga gave a brief account of the construction of the AUC to its current representation as a pillar of economic
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independence and political commitment. Despite this lapse in time, Amb. Muchanga noted that Africa, as a continent, had continued to haemorrhage from the exploitation of their minerals to the profit of other continents. Considering the future of Africa, Amb. Muchanga provided a road map to prosperity for the continent that encompassed the harnessing of the talents of youth, as well as their mineral assets, before briefly touching on the benefits of legitimising artisanal mines that can contribute to the formal economy. In closing, briefly touching on the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) that was adopted in 2009 as a blueprint for transparent, equitable and optimal exploitation of mineral resources which underpin broad-based sustainable growth and socio-economic development, Amb. Muchanga forewarned the attentive audience of the dire future that awaits if more is not done to revolutionise practices to facilitate further collaboration between public and private sector, and behavioural change to combat global warming – imploring for all within the room to be more cautious of their actions from today, to create a more amenable environment for the future, encouraging all attendees to engage in frank and fruitful discussions that will ensure Africa also benefits long-term from its natural endowments.
With it being the second time that GRV Global had hosted the Africa Mining Summit in Botswana, it was only fitting to welcome Hon. Eric Mothibi Molale, Minister of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security, to give the Opening Address - to share Botswana’s recipe for success in the mining industry. After a warm greeting for the ministers’ present, and esteemed delegation, Hon. Molale noted Botswana’s society is ingrained in democratic rule of law, reinforced in their principles of development, self-reliance and unity, key to the functioning of the republic and driven by the desire to diversify growth, human capital and social development; proceeds from mineral wealth should resonate with local communities. The Botswanan government makes it a key directive to mine responsibly in order to grow the economy, and to not ruthlessly exploit the environment and communities, to the disadvantage of its citizens. With the adoption of a pragmatic approach to economic development, alongside a tax regime that is favourable for investment, cutting red tape to ensure the ease of business, has the inadvertent benefit of cutting corruption – creating an amenable environment so that business can be done without fear. It is not enough to possess the resources but important, to share the wealth of knowledge on how to manage mineral wealth.
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SESSION 1: SPEAKER QUOTES HON. POLITE KAMBAMURA, DEPUTY MINISTER OF MINES AND MINING DEVELOPMENT, ZIMBABWE: Mining must
benefit the local community
HON. MORIE MANYEH, MINISTER OF MINES & MINERAL RESOURCES, SIERRA LEONE: there
is currently a first come first serve practice which we must move away from, to encourage competitive bidding, to ensure that best is done for all involved HON. BARBARA OTENG-GYASI, DEPUTY MINISTER OF LANDS & NATURAL RESOURCES, GHANA: we
have had discussions to remove value add taxes to promote explorations
“We learnt how to keep the books before we learnt how to spend the money – we are ready as Botswana to do business with investment from abroad”.
should be sold on the basis of win-win contracts HON. ERIC MOTHIBI MOLALE, MINISTER OF MINERAL RESOURCES, GREEN TECHNOLOGY & ENERGY SECURITY, BOTSWANA: exploration,
although expensive, shouldn’t be limited to those with money, should include junior miners DR. ILBOUDO OUSMANE, PERMANENT SECRETARIAT OF THE NATIONAL MINERALS COMMISSION OF THE MINISTRY OF MINES AND QUARRIES, BURKINA FASO: Mining
royalties should be used to develop necessary infrastructure within the local communities
was further expanded on to note that there needed to be a change for Africa to be further embedded in the mining process; going beyond excavation but also being involved in the finished product in order to further contribute to the growth of the economy. James also prompted the panel to share what was being done to stimulate exploration; key features such as mapping to ascertain the wealth unexplored, and financial tools such as taxation were among the most prominent suggestions to stimulate investment. Concluding Session 1, delegates enjoyed a short break of tea, coffee and pastries, generously Sponsored by Orezone Drilling, who were able to exhibit outside in the Gaborone sun whilst capturing the attention of all AMS2018 attendees. Returning to the ballroom for Session 2: Leaders in Mining Investment, and taking a more discursive approach to this intimate panel was Conference Chair, Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng., Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman of Shumba Energy who was joined by Dr. Mike Seeger, Director of MX Mining Capital Advisors CC, and Simon Purkiss, CEO of Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd. The discussion explored some of the main challenges of investing in a project, and reasoned that the political economic climate, from Brexit to Trumpenomics, has pluralised the major sources of funding and thus, to ensure a project is
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The first of the panel discussions started with Session 1: The Africa Mining Vision – A High Level Dialogue which was expertly led by James Campbell, Managing Director of Botswana Diamonds plc whom invited H.E. Amb. Albert M. Muchanga, AUC Commissioner of Trade & Industry, Hon. Eric Mothibi Molale, Botswana Minister of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security, Hon. Morie Manyeh, Minister of Mines & Mineral Resources of Sierra Leone, Hon. Barbara Oteng-Gyasi, Deputy Minister of Lands & Natural Resources of Ghana, Hon. Polite Kambamura, Deputy Minister of Mines and Mining Development of Zimbabwe, and Dr. Ilboudo Ousmane, Permanent Secretariat of the National Minerals Commission of Burkina Faso’s Ministry of Mines and Quarries, to share their account on the effect of minerals on their economy. Borne from the discussion was the adage for mineral rich countries to reach a ‘win-win’ situation between mining communities, investors and nations, whom can all benefit from the exploration and trade of minerals. Duly noting that currently, the African continent are generally deprived of the benefits of the minerals they possess, which
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DR. MIKE SEEGER, DIRECTOR OF MX MINING CAPITAL ADVISORS CC: the era of
mega mines is slowly coming to an end
SIMON PURKISS, CEO OF CONSOLIDATED NICKEL MINES LTD: Investors look for when
prices are good and can still see the returns they require however, projects also suffer through the downturns.
investable, it was asserted that one must start off with a strong business case; it is necessary to have both the resources and market however, failure lies in the detail - one must also have a strong mining plan, processing plan, logistics, infrastructure… all led by a strong mining team! The absence of any one of the above, is part of the reason why a project may not be investable. As the discussion progressed, the panel considered what investors were looking for and concluded that nations need to do more to de-risk projects and increase their attractiveness, to make it easier for the investors to come in and be confident that they will get a return on their investment but ultimately, investors understand the market and price volatility and want to see that projects are able to struggle through the downturns. During the Q&A session, Edwin T. Elias, Head of Ore Processing of Debswana Mining Company asked the panel how they balance infrastructure development with the drive for high-value local products. The panel proposed that although difficult, it is achievable but needs to be addressed on a case-by-case manner. Adding finer detail on scaling projects that were environmentally friendly, the panel suggested that there needed to be a greater level of cooperation if all stakeholders were to truly benefit. The last discussion of AMS2018’s first day was Session 3: Essentials - Communications, Supply Chain, Energy, & Water, Chaired again by Alan Clegg. Alan was joined by Martin Bartle, Executive Director of Minergy Coal, Sindiso Ngatsha Sichone, Supply Chain
Manager of Mopani Copper Mines Plc, and Pieter Pienaar, Senior Channel Manager SADC, Sales of Motorola Solutions. It was noted by the panel that safety remains the highest priority and to maintain this, the role of strong communication systems cannot be understated in order to ensure that miners are always reachable. Later in the discussion, the topic of the Internet of Things (IOT), that in some respects has become a life line, was noted by Pieter whom referenced Motorola’s use of IOT which includes part diversifying with local industry and suppliers as well as utilising their networks for areas where providers are not reachable. On the consideration of moving towards other forms of energy other than grid power, it was asserted that although such a change may not currently be in transition, it is important to improve current energy processes to be more energy efficient. During the Q&A session it was asked how governments can help establish infrastructure to support and protect the increase of data flow and communications. It was agreed that some of the challenges is privacy, security, data espionage and that there will need to be better regulation SESSION 3: SPEAKER QUOTES MARTIN BARTLE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MINERGY COAL: Coal still makes up 41% of
electricity generation
SINDISO NGATSHA SICHONE, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER OF MOPANI COPPER MINES PLC:
It Is fundamental to move to energy efficient systems. PIETER PIENAAR, SENIOR CHANNEL MANAGER SADC OF SALES, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS: mining remains secondary to
public safety.
Delegates returned from a delightful lunch to a transformed meeting room in preparation for Session 4: Africa Mining 1-2-1 Matchmaking Meetings; Cementing the Dialogue through Partnerships. In the weeks leading up to the event, delegates were able to identify their preferred matchmaking meetings through
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AMS2018: POST-EVENT REPORT DAY 2 DAY 2 WEDNESDAY 10TH OCTOBER
Following an enjoyable and relaxed evening at the Cultural Dinner, and thoroughly engaging and thought-provoking first day of discussions, delegates returned refreshed and ready to start day two’s discussions and networking sessions. Conference Chair, Alan Clegg opened with a warm welcome and summary of Tuesday’s leading talking points before welcoming the Wednesday’s Keynote speaker. Commencing day two of the Africa Mining Summit 2018 was Professor Frederick Thomas Cawood, Director of Wits University’s Wits Mining Institute, whom gave a forward-thinking Keynote Address entitled ‘The Digital Mine of the Future – Considerations for African Mining’. Prof. Cawood offered a roadmap to the future of the industry, noting the importance of digital systems in mine modernisation - this reduces risks by providing the foresight of potential dangers to management teams, enabling them to be more decisive in their decisions due to a stream of real-time data. Mining needs to find new ways to create more benefit, invest in sustainable development and introduce
technological responsibility as mines become more technology intensive. The implications of the digital revolution are the ability to find resources quicker, increased efficiency and reduce costs however, the possibilities are hindered without greater state participation and infrastructure improvements, all of which have a knock-on effect in galvanising youth and suppressing employment vulnerability. The first panel session of day two addressed a burgeoning topic within the industry - Session 5: Junior Mining Finance and explored the difficult conditions that junior miners face in this high-risk industry, due to the volatile nature of commodity prices, the difficulty in receiving investment and the need for further exploration. Chaired by Thapelo Tsheole, Chief Executive Officer of the Botswana Stock Exchange who was joined by Dr. Peter Cox, CEO of Ironveld plc, Simon Purkiss, CEO of Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd, Robin Birchall, CEO of Giyani Metals, and Jacques Badenhorst, CEO of Maatla Energy. The panel suggested that a key aspect in growing the junior mining sector is having an experienced management team aid the derisking process, before further noting new emerging markets such as the cannabis industry
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which have a growing buzz and have acquired the capital out of the market, further evidenced by Canada’s recent legalisation of recreational marijuana. Briefly commenting on the effect the political climate has had on the willingness for investors to take risks, Brexit was brought to the forefront as investors have become risk adverse due to the uncertainty of how the Euro future will unfold. In conclusion, the panel were asked a series of questions, one of which was posed by Dr. Ilboudo Ousmane, Permanent Secretariat of Burkina Faso’s National Minerals Commission of the Ministry of Mines and Quarries, of where to start, as a new mining country, in better understanding financial mining. The panel offered that it was best to maintain a level of stability and to not keep changing the rules in order to entice investors, in addition to bridging the knowledge gap so that there is a common language between financers and miners.
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There is not sufficient logistics to deliver the kind of supply capable of delivering. SIMON PURKISS, CEO OF CONSOLIDATED NICKEL MINES LTD: Mining is a high-risk
industry and we have to try our best to get it right. ROBIN BIRCHALL, CEO OF GIYANI METALS: Miners forget to look at the project
from an investor prospective.
JACQUES BADENHORST, CEO OF MAATLA ENERGY: You have to boost the potential
for your investors and have more than one revenue stream.
Delegates discussed the morning sessions over a short break of tea, coffee and pastries in the morning Gaborone sun, once again generously Sponsored by Orezone Drilling, before returning for Session 6: Innovation & Technology Chaired by Charles Siwawa, Chief Executive Officer of the Botswana Chamber of
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The audience welcomed James Campbell, Managing Director of Botswana Diamonds plc to the stage once more for a short Spotlight Address entitled ‘Economic Competitiveness of Southern African Mining Regimes’. James noted that despite Africa being a clear mineral hub, creating a natural attraction for investment, the geopolitical climate tarnishes the interest for investment. However, Botswana, dubbed the ‘Switzerland of Africa’, has provided an archetype for creating a desirable environment for investment. In the triad of stakeholder satisfaction, explorers are looking for good production prospects, investors seek political stability and good governance for security of
their investment, and governments aim for revenue enabling sustainable development and job creation, all driven by the prospect of a commercial return! James ended his presentation with a few suggestions on how to improve attractiveness, reiterating the role of the government to create an investible environment through taxation and regulation and give a competitive incentive, which coupled with the implementation of new technology and innovative approaches to exploration should improve prospects.
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PROFESSOR FREDERICK THOMAS CAWOOD, DIRECTOR OF WITS UNIVERSITY, WITS MINING INSTITUTE: We need to a
better education system so that people are less vulnerable to job loss. HENTIE FOURIE, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER OF 4E INNOVATION: Not all technology must be
new technology.
MUSAWENKOSI INNOCENT MASINGA, CEO OF MINING ENGINEERING, PARAMOUNT TRACKS PTY LTD: The biggest mistakes most
companies make is to not encourage people that have a passion for coming up with innovative ideas.
Mines whom led a spirited panel, consisting of Professor Frederick Thomas Cawood, Director of Wits University’s Wits Mining Institute, Hentie Fourie, Chief Operating Officer of 4e Innovation, and Musawenkosi Innocent Masinga, CEO of Mining Engineering at Paramount Tracks Pty Ltd. Charles first asked the panel what the most important technology innovation had been in recent times. Among their answers was the mechanisation of mining, and also social media which in some respects has driven large industrial processes. In regard to technology innovation, it was proposed that existing technology might be better utilised before seeking newer replacements, which may
not be an improvement after all; in the race to be the first on the market, some technologies fail to undergo rigorous testing, which can have fatal consequences and thus there needs to be tighter regulation on what is brought to market. Looking at the wider implications for technology in the form of job creation, there has been a shift in employment opportunities for new roles that did not previously exist. However, it is crucial that management teams have an appetite to take on risk and the challenge of nurturing talent and their ideas. During the panel’s Q&A session Matome Malema, Country Director of Komatsu Botswana asked whether the current education system is befitting from rapid innovation, or whether it should be overhauled. In response, the panel agreed that although it would be difficult to change the curriculum in the short-term it is important to ensure the basics are taught well, and provide a solid foundation for graduates to develop and adapt their skills, with gradual changes to the overall education system that reflect technology advancements long-term. Themes of technological and human development with regards to the digitalisation of mining and women in the work force, were tackled in Session 7: Future Trends & Developing People. Edwin T. Elias, Head of Ore Processing at Debswana Mining Company Chaired this session and was joined
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SESSION 7: SPEAKER QUOTES LOGIC SEBOPENG, SENIOR MINING ENGINEER OF KHOEMACAU COPPER MINING: Companies need to invest more
in data infrastructure for robust systems, complemented by cyber experts. OTTO VAN DER ENDE, MINING EXPERT MINELENS OF MCKINSEY: We are losing
valuable talent by not having women in the industry. PUSO AKANYANG, DIRECTOR SCIENCE DELIVERY OF BOTSWANA GEOSCIENCE INSTITUTE: Technology needs to be
included in the initial planning not left as an afterthought.
AMS2018 delegates enjoyed a relaxed and delicious Networking Lunch Break, discussing the morning’s sessions with new acquittances before heading back to the ballroom for the final sessions of the Africa Mining Summit
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SESSION 8: SPEAKER QUOTES IBRAHIM ABDELRAHMAN IBRAHIM SHADDAD, DIRECTOR GENERAL OF AFRICAN MINERALS AND GEOSCIENCES CENTRE (AMGC): We should try and support artisanal
mining and provide simple technology machinery to increase the product.
BATIRAI MANHANDO, PRESIDENT OF TROJAN NICKEL MINE / CHAMBER OF MINES OF ZIMBABWE: We need to cut out the dependent
system, so that communities can be selfsufficient, so they can exist after the mining is gone. LUKE SADIKE NEPELA, DIRECTOR OF DEEP SOUTH RESOURCES: no one can legislate
good will. It is our moral obligation to help the communities we serve.
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by Logic Sebopeng, Senior Mining Engineer of Khoemacau Copper Mining, Otto van der Ende, Mining Expert - MineLens of McKinsey, Puso Akanyang, Director Science Delivery of Botswana Geoscience Institute, and Ernest Lehman, Senior Project Services Manager also of Debswana Mining Company. Whilst in previous panels, the use of technology and the digital revolution painted an optimistic future for mining, this was challenged by panel 7 who honed in on the new vulnerabilities of cyberattacks that arise with an increasingly digitised industry. Further issues of signal or communication failure raises issues on reliability in dangerous environments. As the discussion progressed, the panellists addressed the gender divide and the incentives to eradicate the gap. Cultural change was among the suggestions to alter the perception of women in the workplace, to build a philosophy predicated on respect and driven by executive leadership. During the short Q&A session, it was asked how to best go about training new managers. In response, Ernest mentioned the need to empower youth and modernise the training process.
2018. The penultimate panel, Session 8: Impact, Responsibility & the Continent’s Development was Chaired by the ever-smiling Rev. Emmanuel Coffie-Anum, Health, Safety and Environmental Manager of Ghana Manganese Co. Ltd and joined by Ibrahim Abdelrahman Ibrahim Shaddad, Director General of the African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC), Batirai Manhando, President of Trojan Nickel Mine / Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe, and Luke Sadike Nepela, Director of Deep South Resources. Session 8 reflected on the informal mining economy which has remained a matter of contention within the industry, as it has been widely discussed whether to discourage or legitimise the small artisanal mines that are in operation - left unaddressed, this effects the health of the industry. The benefits of artisanal mining are undeniable as they are a source of employment and helps to eradicate poverty in some areas. However, without the initial support needed to legitimise the process i.e. the basic frameworks for safety procedures and a process to report findings, they fail to fulfil their potential. However, this feeds into a wider consideration of societal factors such as poverty and desperation that has driven this sector in many ways. The added benefit remains, that legalisation of these mines also contributes to their output and the national economy. To facilitate the
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relationship and alleviate the tension between mining communities and mining companies, it was suggested that communities should be included in projects and made aware of the changes to their environment from the very beginning, in order to respect the lives and homes of those individuals so that resources are not mined at their expense. On the question of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), although it was posed that a points system could be introduced to encourage compliance with CSR, alternatively, it was asserted that CSR should be seen as a gesture of goodwill and should not be forced but sought after as a means of respect to communities. During the Q&A session it was asked whether any of the countries have been able to conquer ASM to which Namibia was SESSION 9: SPEAKER QUOTES MARK PARKER, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF EQUATOR GOLD: State involvement in mining
provide governments with a better idea of what their mineral resources may be and plan for the future better JOHN HULME SCHOLES, DIRECTOR OF MALAN SCHOLES INC: Charter 3 will progress the
mining industry and decrease the trust deficit between the government and mining industry. KEVIN CRON, DIRECTOR OF NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT SOUTH AFRICA INC.: The concept of
state participation in mining is finding greater prevalence in Africa
offered as an example of a nation that provided equipment and decriminalised artisanal mines. Last but by no means least, discussions at the 4th annual Africa Mining Summit were neatly rounded off by Session 9: Mining & Energy Sector Legal Concerns Chaired by Shakila Khan, Associate of Khan Corporate Law whom was joined by Mark Parker, Managing Director of Equator Gold, John Hulme Scholes, Director of Malan Scholes Inc., and Kevin Cron, Director of Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa Inc. Shakila opened the discussion with a question on the prospects of junior mining and royalties legislation. It was noted that royalties can have a detrimental effect on development and can make marginal projects unprofitable, particularly if the main objective of mining law and fiscal regime is to encourage maximum production. Furthermore, it was reiterated that state involvement in mining helps to prevent a breakdown in communication, as was seen in Tanzania in the case of Acacia mining; there is a greater understanding of the availability and limitations of the mines. In reference to the localisation of the supply chain, it was noted that most companies have very little choice but to source as locally as possible due to financial constraints. During the Q&A session Conference Chair Alan Clegg asked of the practical implementation of the new Charter. In response, Hulme noted that it may be hard to put into practice due to the sheer size of the
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document, making it less accessible however, despite being utopian in some areas, it remains an improvement. Led by a resounding round of applause for the Summit’s numerous Chairs and Panellists, GRV Global’s 4th Africa Mining Summit would move to its Closing Ceremony. Conference Chair, Alan Clegg gave a comprehensive summary of the discussions across the two days, stating that the mining industry must embrace the digital era in order to not get left behind, gender diversity should not be seen as a tokenism, but fully embraced and valued, and that it should be seen as a duty to peacefully coexist in mining communities. Alan, finally thanked all esteemed guests in the room for their efforts and participation in the Summit before handing over to Frank Dixon Mugyenyi, Senior Industry Advisor of the African Union Commission (AUC). Frank remarked on the key points from the sessions, alluding to the
fact that four-fifths of Africa’s resources are yet to explored but in uncovering Africa’s wealth, the environment must be respected to offset future vulnerabilities. Lastly, Mr. Mugyenyi urged for greater private sector engagement to help develop their wonderful continent for its people. Having the final word, GRV Global’s CEO, Andrew Dowel closed the conference with heartfelt thanks to everyone for their dedication to the format and engagement during the discussions - to the African Union Commission and Government of Botswana for their valuable support and warm hospitality, to the local suppliers for their services in producing a world-class event, and to the event’s Sponsors who had actually made it possible to once again bring this important event to fruition. Andrew closed by formally inviting all present, and friends, to join the GRV Global team next September in Gaborone for the Africa Mining Summit 2019… until next year! n
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4e Innovation
26. Maatla Energy
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Africa Institute for Extractive Industries (AIEI)
27. Minerals Development Company Botswana
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Africa Prospect Development Zambia
28. Minergy Coal
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African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC)
29. Mining Dialogues 360
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African Union Commission (AUC)
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Alexkor Mining
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Anglo American/Kumba Iron Ore
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Botswana Ash
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Botswana Chamber of Mines
10. Botswana Diamonds plc
30. Ministry of Lands & Natural Resources, Ghana 31. Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green
Technology & Energy Security; Botswana 32. Ministry of Mines & Mineral Resources;
Sierra Leone 33. Ministry of Mines and Mining Development,
Zimbabwe 34. Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Mali
12. Botswana Stock Exchange
35. Ministry of Mines and Quarries, Burkina Faso
13. Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd
36. Mopani Copper Mines Plc
14. Debswana
37. MX Mining Capital Advisors CC
15. Deep South Resources
38. Nyembesi Capital
16. Equator Gold
39. REFLEX Africa
17. Galane Gold
40. RioZim Ltd
18. Ghana Manganese Co. Ltd
41. Shumba Energy
19. Giyani Metals
42. Tango Mining Ltd
20. Great Dyke Investments
43. Tlou Energy
21. Harmony Gold Mining Company
44. Trojan Nickel Mine / Chamber of Mines
22. Ironveld plc
Of Zimbabwe
23. Khoemacau Copper Mining
45. Tsodilo Resources ltd
24. Konkola Copper Mines
46. Vast Resources PLC
25. Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd.
47. Wits University, Wits Mining Institute
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4E INNOVATION Project Dithutlwa is a USD 12billion programme which entails the phased development of four greenfields regenerative beneficiation hubs in Southern Africa by 2030, producing metals, energy, slags and chemicals in zero-effluent, zero-emissions facilities. The first facility at Selebi Phikwe, Botswana, is envisaged to commence commercial production of pig iron, bioethanol, biogas, slag aggregates and cryogenic CO2 by end2023 in a USD 510mil industrial cluster. Kumuka Africa and 4e Innovation have joined forces to complete the Bankable Feasibility Study for phase one of Project Dithutlwa by end-2019, and to secure the associated early-phase investment. • Kumuka Africa (Pty) Ltd is a minerals beneficiation development company, established in 2014 and based in South Africa, with a vision of becoming a global leader in sustainable iron- and steelmaking from renewable energy whilst contributing to the circular African economy. • 4e Innovation (Pty) Ltd is a company providing professional project, technical, commercial and business development services to the mining, metals, logistics and infrastructure sectors, with expertise and experience as Owners’ Team Representatives on mega-projects.
AFRICA INSTITUTE FOR EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES (AIEI) Africa Institute for Extractive Industries - AIEI - is a fact-based non-profit, nongovernmental organization which specializes in Policy Research, Advocacy, Sustainable Development & Training in the extractive industries in Africa. The AIEI exists to build trust and co-operation among government & non-government actors and various participants in the extractive industries of Africa, through policy advocacy, CSR, research and training. Africa is endowed with abundant natural resources such as oil, gas and minerals. The extraction of these non-renewable resources, no-doubt, presents opportunity for rapid economic growth and poverty reduction,. However, only few countries have actually managed to convert the endowment of natural resources into sustainable and inclusive growth and development. The current state of Africa’s extractive industries is beset with issues of complex legal frameworks; high levels of poverty in the mist of plenty; inadequate stakeholder engagement; inadequate inclusiveness in a male-dominated sector; lack of enforcement of various policies and regulations; poorly managed artisanal and small-scale mining sector which holds huge potential for sustainable employment and socio-economic development.
AFRICA PROSPECT DEVELOPMENT ZAMBIA Africa Prospect Development Zambia is a Lusaka based company designed to promote high quality, authentic and appealing Zambian based investment opportunities to the global mining and investment community. Africa Prospect Development Zambia (APDZ) was founded by Sam Mulligan in 2016. The company has spent the last 14 months cultivating and developing authentic and genuine opportunities in the Zambian mining sector. While APDZ is a private entity, the company works closely with the selected Zambian government bodies with the purpose of attracting high quality investment to specific projects and initiatives in the Zambian mining sector. All APDZ projects are rigorously audited and authenticated by a MMK Legal of Zambia and BDO Zambia prior to release and launch to potential investors and partners. APDZ is currently promoting two highly prospective green field copper cobalt projects in Zambia’s North Western province. The company is not restricted to green field project and is also developing opportunities in the Zambian Emerald, Gold and Bauxite sectors. These initiatives will be launched in early 2018.
AFRICAN MINERALS AND GEOSCIENCES CENTRE (AMGC) The the African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC), formerly known as SEAMIC is a diplomatic and intergovernmental Pan-African Centre of Excellence for mineral services including training, analysis and consultancy. The Centre was established in 1977 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and founder member states are Ethiopia, Mozambique, Tanzania, Angola, Comoros, Uganda, Kenya and Sudan. Membership to the Centre is open to all other African countries. The AMGC mission is to promote socio-economic and environmentally responsible geosciences-mining sector development in Africa. As a Centre of Excellence, AMGC works under the umbrella of the African Union Commission (AUC) for technically implementing on ground Geological & Mineral Information (GMIS) Strategy of the African Mining Vision (AMV) endorsed by the African Heads of States. A tripartite collaboration between AMGC, the International Conference on Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), and the German Bundesanstalt fuer Geowissenschaften und Rohstoffe (BGR) has established an Analytical Fingerprint (AFP) laboratory at AMGC for analysis of conflict minerals in the African Great Lakes Region. AMGC l starts new training courses on Petroleum Geosciences in collaboration with an Egyptian Petroleum Consultant, Earth Resources Exploration (EREX) Company. A memorandum of understanding was signed between AMGC and EREX for collaboration on capacity building in the fields of petroleum geoscience to be carried out at AMGC premises and/or EREX office in Cairo, Egypt. The joint training courses will pave the way for establishment of a Fossil Fuel Department in AMGC as well as its development to be a Pan-African Centre of Excellence for an Extractive Industry.
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AFRICAN UNION COMMISSION (AUC) The AUC’s Department of Trade & Industry’s core mandate is to support the AU in boosting intra-African trade, fast track establishment of the Continental Free Trade Area (CFTA) and to ensure Africa’s competitiveness in the global economy. It supports Africa’s transformation by promoting diversification and modernisation of production structures. The Department’s core functions are to: ensure the formulation, implementation and harmonisation of trade policies to promote inter- and intra-African trade; ensure development of policies on tariffs, non-tariff barriers and free movement of business people; liaise with relevant stakeholders, such as chambers of commerce, industrial associations, exporters, importers, non-governmental organisations and the Regional Economic Communities (RECs), to ensure fair trade; provide support to AU Member States in global trade negotiations; collect, analyse and monitor data on global trends in trade and the impact on Africa. The Department is also responsible for implementing initiatives such as Accelerating Industrialisation of Africa (AIDA) and the Africa Mining Vision (AMV), which promote transparency, social responsibility and tax compliance in the extractive industry. The Department has three divisions: Trade; Industry; and Customs Cooperation.
ALEXKOR MINING Alexkor is a state owned mining company and has been mining alluvial diamonds on the west coast for the last 70 years. The diamonds are mainly mined from massive alluvial deposits and off shore marine deposits. The company is currently contemplating a diversification into coal to leverage their sister company Eskom on coal supply.
ANGLO AMERICAN/KUMBA IRON ORE Kumba Iron Ore Kumba Iron Ore Limited, a member of the Anglo American plc group, is a leading value-adding supplier of high quality iron ore to the global steel industry. Kumba produces iron ore in South Africa at Sishen and Kolomela mines in the Northern Cape Province. Kumba exports iron ore to customers in a range of geographical locations around the globe including China, Japan, Korea and a number of countries in Europe and the Middle East.
BOTSWANA ASH Botwana Ash (Pty) Ltd (Botash) is owned by the Government of Botswana and Chlor Alkali Holding (CAH) Group, a South African company, at 50% shareholding each. Botash began operating in 1991 and located in Sau Pan in the North Eastern part of Botswana, approximately 180 kilometres from Fancistown. Botash is the largest producer of Natural sodium products in the region, producing soda ash and salt. Botash’s nameplate production capacity for soda ash is 300,00 tonnes per annum and for salt about 50,000 tonnes per annum which includes chemical salt, coarse salt and fine salt. However production of salt stands at 420,000 per annum and is limited by the market rather than production constraints.
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BOTSWANA CHAMBER OF MINES The Botswana Chamber of Mines exists to serve the interests of the mining industry in the country and to influence policy decisions and strategic intents within the government, non-governmental organizations and related bodies. In its vision it has placed itself to be an effective and unified voice for the mining industry that also educates and shares knowledge with its stakeholders. It has managed to fulfil its mandate in the short history that it has been in existence and the future looks bright as the mining industry expands through exploration and establishing mining operations around the country. All mining companies in the country are affiliated to the Botswana Chamber of Mines and the organization is run by an executive committee.
BOTSWANA DIAMONDS PLC Botswana Diamonds plc (‘BOD’) is a diamond focused exploration company concentrating on kimberlite projects within the Kaapvaal Craton and is listed on the London AIM and Botswana Stock Exchanges. The Kaapvaal Craton contains a substantial number of kimberlites and has a long history of diamond production going back to 1866. The Company has assembled a portfolio of projects in Botswana, South Africa and is growing this by adding additional sites in Zimbabwe. These projects are at a variety of development stages from early-stage, grass roots prospecting through to more advanced stage exploration. Some of these projects are majority owned by the Company, while others are part of joint ventures, including one with Alrosa, the world’s largest producer of diamonds. BOD believes it is prospecting in the right ‘address’ with the right team and with the application of new technology that new commercial discoveries will be made.
BOTSWANA GEOSCIENCE INSTITUTE Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI) was established through the Botswana Geoscience Institute Act, 2014 (No 29 of 2014) for the purpose of undertaking research in the field of geosciences and providing specialised geoscientific services, empowering the Institute to be the custodian of geoscience information; promoting the search for, and exploration of any mineral in Botswana, to act as an advisory body in respect of geosciences and geohazards and for matters incidental thereto. The rational for establishing Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI), is premised on the following: to advance the geoscientific knowledge of Botswana by geothematic surveying, long-term monitoring, effective data management and high-quality applied research; to provide comprehensive, objective, impartial and up-to-date geoscientific information, advice and services to the client and user community of Botswana, enabling safe, sustainable and efficient choices to be made in managing the environment and utilising its resources, thereby contributing to national economic growth and competitiveness, the effectiveness of public policy and the quality of life; and to disseminate geoscience information in the community, and promote the public understanding of science, to demonstrate the importance of geoscience to resource and environmental issues.
BOTSWANA STOCK EXCHANGE The Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) is Botswana’s national stock exchange given the responsibility to operate and regulate the securities market in Botswana. The mandate of the BSE is to provide and operate a fair, transparent and efficient stock market. The BSE is a statutory body established under the BSE act of 1994 and is regulated by the NonBank Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority (NBFIRA). The Exchange regulates the securities market in Botswana, which comprises of shares, bonds and Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). Currently there are 34 companies, 43 bonds and 4 ETFs listed on the BSE.
CONSOLIDATED NICKEL MINES LTD Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd (CNM) is a private company focusing on nickel production opportunities. CNM has partnered with Jinchuan to restart mining operations at the Munali nickel mine, located 75 km south of Lusaka in Zambia. An Agreement has been signed giving CNM full operational control of the mine and the adjacent exploration area for a 10 year period with the option to extend by another 10 years. In-country, the mine will be operated through CNM’s wholly owned operating company, Mabiza Resources Ltd. The mine is in a high level of readiness to be able to re-start operations quickly. Restart is targeted for Q4 2015. The new geological model, resource estimate and mining method have been developed to ensure that Munali’s operations will be sustainable.
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DEBSWANA Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) Ltd is a unique partnership between the Government of the Republic of Botswana and De Beers Group of Companies. The company was incorporated on 23rd June, 1969 under the original name of De Beers Botswana Mining Company (Proprietary) Limited. Debswana is the largest private sector employer in Botswana, with over 5,000 employees. These are mainly found on mining sites, along with just over 5000 fixed-term contractors and a small staff compliment at the Debswana Corporate Centre in Gaborone, Botswana’s capital. These four mines have contributed significantly to the economic growth of Botswana, as well as producing revenues responsible for lifting the country from one of Africa’s least developed to an international development success story. Botswana is now a middle-income country independent in means as well as name. Diamond mining operations are located at Orapa, Letlhakane, Damtshaa (OLDM) and Jwaneng.
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ROUNDTABLE PROFILES DEEP SOUTH RESOURCES Deep-South Resource is a mineral exploration company, largely held by Namibian shareholders and by Teck Resources Ltd, which holds about 35% of Deep-South share capital. Deep-South is actively involved in the acquisition, exploration and development of major mineral properties in Africa. Deep-South growth strategy is to focus on the exploration and development of quality assets, in significant mineralized trends, close to infrastructure, in stable countries. In Namibia, we are guided by integrity values that keep us focused on our purpose: to turn our exploration projects into lasting reality for our empowered Namibian communities. Deep-South is committed to advancing its projects while operating in an environmentally responsible manner. Deep-South holds 100% of the Haib Copper deposit located in the south of Namibia. Haib is arguably the oldest porphyry deposit in the world and one of the largest in Africa. It is important to note that the exploration programme is at a very advanced stage and it is only a matter of time before we apply for a mining license
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Equator Gold explores for and develops gold deposits in the Republic of South Sudan. Equator was one of the first two international companies with active licences in South Sudan. It has been operating in the field since 2012 and enjoys significant first mover advantages. Equator currently holds interests in three gold projects. The company has a 65% interest in the Luri Gold Project, highly prospective and logistically well located close to Juba, the capital city. The Group’s exploration has revealed three high-priority targets within the Luri licence area, all with multi-million-ounce potential. The company also has a 75% earn-in right over the Wudabi Project, an area of extensive gold panning 100km southwest of Luri and a 49% equity holding in the Katokeji Project, an extension of the Luri geological structure. Katokeji also contains significant deposits of carbonate rocks, which could be developed for lime
GALANE GOLD Galane Gold Ltd. is an unhedged gold producer and explorer with mining operations and exploration tenements in the Republic of Botswana and South Africa. We are committed to operating at world-class standards, focused on the safety of our employees, respecting the environment, and contributing to the communities in which we operate.
GHANA MANGANESE CO. LTD Ghana Manganese Company Ltd. (GMC), is a subsidiary of the Consolidated Minerals Limited (“COSMIN”) and Ningxia Tianyuan Manganese Industry Company Limited (“TMI”) headquartered in China. It is the only Manganese Mine in Ghana located at Nsuta Wassaw in the South-West of Ghana, in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region administrative area, approximately four (4) kilometers South-East of Tarkwa. The mine is located (583468N, 613050E) near to the Sekondi-Kumasi railway, 63 kilometers inland (by rail) from the seaport of Takoradi. GMC mines a very pure and high-quality carbonate ore with unique product specifications for Hundred (100) years with a total concession area of 175km2. Ghana is rich in natural resources, with significant reserves of oil, gold, bauxite and manganese ore.
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GIYANI METALS Giyani’s corporate objective is to become the world’s leading supplier of low-cost highgrade feedstock manganese for the battery industry. Historical manganese production and extensive geological studies of the area provides Giyani with in-depth technical insight and the ability to accelerate the project to the mining stage. The company has acquired a large land package covering 8,135 square kilometers in southern Botswana in and around the K.Hill past producing manganese mine, and is uniquely positioned to return high shareholder value in a relatively short time.
GREAT DYKE INVESTMENTS Darwendale Integrated Platinum Group Metals (PGM) Project is operated by Great Dyke Investments (Pvt) Ltd, a joint venture established on a 50/50 basis between Russian and Zimbabwean companies – JSC Afromet and Peneast Mining Company (Pvt) Ltd. Darwendale deposit is a part of the Great Dyke in the Republic of Zimbabwe, one of the world’s largest systems of PGM mineralization with shallow dipping of ore bodies. Total resources of the deposit amount 50 mln oz (1,550 t) of PGMs, of which 17.6 mln oz (550 t) have been thoroughly explored and confirmed according to JORC standards. The Project is earmarked high priority for state and economic relationship between Russia and Zimbabwe. The Intergovernmental agreement, has been signed in support of the Project by both Russian and Zimbabwean governments. Moreover, the Special mining lease and the National project status have been granted to Project which fix significant preferences and benefits in accordance with the Zimbabwean law.
HARMONY GOLD MINING COMPANY Harmony, a gold mining and exploration company, conducts its activities in South Africa, one of the world’s best-known gold mining regions, and in Papua New Guinea, one of the world’s premier new gold-copper regions. Harmony, which has more than six decades of experience, was South Africa’s third largest gold producer in FY17. We are currently growing a significant gold-copper portfolio in Papua New Guinea.
IRONVELD PLC Ironveld plc (the company) is an exploration and development company incorporated in England and Wales and listed on the AIM of the London Stock Exchange. The company is focused on the development of a new integrated Vanadiferous, Titaniforus Magnetite “VTM” project on the Northern Limb of the Bushveld Complex north of Mokopane in the Limpopo province of South Africa. The company is committed to advancing the beneficiation of raw materials within the Republic of South Africa. The company will own and operate a 15MW DC furnace to beneficiate the ore to produce high purity iron products, vanadium and titanium . The 15MW DC furnace will be situated on the farm Altona in the Mogalakwena Municipality, a property to be leased. The company intends to produce annually 42 964 tonnes of High Purity Iron products, 381 tonnes of Vanadium metal and 8 269 tonnes of Titanium dioxide.
KHOEMACAU COPPER MINING Khoemacau Copper Mining (Pty) Ltd is a 100% entity owned by Cupric Canyon. Khoemacau has been exploring and developing the Ghantsi-Chobe Copper Silver Project, located in the Kalahari copper belt within the Ghantsi and Ngamiland Districts of Botswana. The Company is currently concentrating on developing the Zone 5 underground copper and silver resources, as well as defining the high-grade copper potential of the districts. The Company expanded its land position with the acquisition of the Boseto Property in 2015, and now controls 4,040 square kilometres of mining and exploration licenses in this highly prospective region of the Kalahari Copper Belt.
KONKOLA COPPER MINES Konkola Copper Mines (KCM) is a leading Zambian integrated copper producer, which operates underground mines and open pit mines as well as metallurgical plants with operations located on one of the highest-grade copper seams in the world at Nchanga, Konkola, Nkana and Nampundwe. The Company seeks to be a role model for safety, environment and socio-economic development, while playing a key role in making Zambia one of the world’s leading copper producers. Since Vedanta Resources plc acquired KCM in 2004, more than $3 billion has been invested to upgrade equipment, build new facilities and expand capacity. These investments have increased reserves, resources and extended the life of the mines by over 50 years. KCM is one of Zambia’s largest private sector employers, with nearly 12,000 workers, of which 11 percent are women. KCM strongly believes that employee growth and development is a critical component for future success. The company has a longstanding, cross-functional employee training and development progamme, which includes secondment to Vedanta’s international operations and participation in wellstructured development courses. KCM has sponsored over 600 students in full-time degree progammes at universities in Zambia and abroad.
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Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd owns a mine called “Karowe” which means precious stone in the local language. The mine was completed in 2012 on time and within a budget of US$120 million. It is a state-of-the-art operation comprising an open pit mine, crushers, AG mill and a XRT, DMS and XRF recovery plant. The mine has an annual production of approximately 380,000 carats of gem quality (including Type IIa) diamonds which are sold through regularly scheduled tenders throughout the year. Of importance, in addition to its regular diamond production, the Karowe mine has been producing some very large, exceptionally high quality diamonds (including some coloured stones). These exceptional stones are sold by special tender as recovery dictates.
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MAATLA ENERGY Maatla Energy is developing a mid-tier coal mining and energy company in Botswana. The company is capitalizing on extensive exploration work to fast-track the development of an export mine and gas-to-liquids business. Maatla’s highly experienced and successful management team has a track record of financing projects and taking mines into production. The Mmamabula Coal Project contains over 90Mt of high-grade thermal coal (mineable tons in situ) in the well-explored Mmamabula Coalfields 145 kilometers north of Gaborone in Botswana. The mission of Maatla Energy is to develop the coalfields of Mmamabula to generate and supply coal and energy which will power Botswana’s economy and assist in achieving energy security in the long term
MINERALS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY BOTSWANA MDCB has been set-up to grow, diversify and optimise the performance of the Government of Botswana’s (GoB) minerals portfolio and to catalyse investment activity within the minerals sector. The company will do this by identifying and investing in suitable investment opportunities on behalf of GoB, both locally and internationally.
MINERGY COAL Minergy is an emerging coal mining company committed to becoming the supplier of choice to all coal consumers across southern Africa, as well as to the global seaborne thermal coal export market. Minergy’s 100% owned Masama Project which is located in the Mmamabula Coalfield of Botswana is the cornerstone asset in the company’s strategy. The size and location of this shallow resource supports its competitive cost structure, which is underpinned by cost-effective opencast mining of high quality coal. The resource is near to existing rail, road and water infrastructure, and has significant distance advantages over existing coal suppliers to regional markets. The project further holds large tonnages of export quality coal, ideally suited for export to Africa, India, Asia and China should the economics be attractive. Minergy Limited was listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) in 2017, with plans to list on the London Stock Exchange via its Alternative Investment Market (AIM).
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ROUNDTABLE PROFILES Mining Dialogues 360° (MD360°) is a multi-stakeholder platform for integrated, empirically-informed agenda-setting for sustainable development in mining. It has come to be known as a convener of evidence-based dialogues involving all industry actors. Its founding dialogue in June 2012 looked at the ‘Rise of Resource Nationalism’ and was based on a comparative study of the legal frameworks and political environments across the world. Since then there have been many other dialogues all focused on issues of concern to the industry, most especially on socio-economic development and establishing meaningful engagement with mine affected communities. MD360° is currently driving a technology based research programme, the SETI Project, to develop an intuitive, interactive platform that will allow all stakeholders to engage and share knowledge to improve decision making for positive sustainable impact. MD360° contends that it is possible to dramatically improve development planning frameworks, the impact of investments and especially the efficacy of social spending in mining areas by utilizing innovative technology in data gathering, information management and analysis. Advances in big data processing power and machine learning technologies, offer an opportunity to accelerate and deepen understanding of complex, interconnected issues and enable problem solving at a scale not conceivable before.
Ghana’s Ministry of Lands & Natural Resources sets out to ensure the sustainable management and utilization of the nation’s lands, forests and wildlife resources as well as the efficient management of the mineral resources for socio-economic growth and development.
MINISTRY OF MINERAL RESOURCES, GREEN TECHNOLOGY & ENERGY SECURITY; BOTSWANA The Ministry of Minerals, Energy and Water Resources (MMEWR) coordinates development and operational activities in the energy, water and minerals sector. The Ministry is made up of Corporate Services (Headquarters), departments of Mines, Water Affairs, Geological Survey, Energy, Mineral Affairs Division and parastatals Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) and Water Utilities Corporation (WUC). The Ministry is led by the Honorable Minister Onkokame Kitso Mokaila and Permanent Secretary Mr. Kgomotso Abi.
MINISTRY OF MINES & MINERAL RESOURCES; SIERRA LEONE Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Mines & Mineral Resources political wing provides the strategic direction of the Ministry. In collaboration with the Administrative and Professional wings, the political wing formulates and presents policies and legislation for the consideration of Cabinet and Parliament. The Ministry is divided into three main sections: The Administration (Office of the Permanent Secretary), Mines Division, and Geological Survey Division.
MINISTRY OF MINES AND MINING DEVELOPMENT, ZIMBABWE The Ministry’s vision is to be the provider of a world class mining environment for the benefit of Zimbabwe by 2020. Their mission is to promote sustainable exploration, mining, processing marketing and management of mineral resources for the benefit of all Zimbabweans.
MINISTRY OF MINES AND PETROLEUM, MALI MINISTRY OF MINES AND QUARRIES, BURKINA FASO Due to crowing contribution of mines and quarries to the economy of the country since 2017 an entire ministry was dedicated to mining sector. Before that, it was in a same department with the energy sector. The Ministry of Mines and Quarries is responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the policy of mines and quarries of the Government. The ministry is organized around of cabinet of the minister and a general secretariat. The Cabinet of the Minister is composed of the Director of Cabinet, the Technical Advisers, the Inspectorate of Services, the Inspectorate of Mines, the National Brigade of Gold Fraud, the Permanent Secretariat of Minerals Commission, the Special Secretariat, the Minister of Protocol and the Security of the Minister. The General Secretariat is composed of the services of the General Secretariat, the central structures, the deconcentrated structures, the attached structures and the mission structures. The deconcentrated structure is the National Geological Servey (BUMIGEB) which is charge of exploration programme.
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Mopani Copper Mines Plc is a Zambian registered copper mining company owned by Carlisa Investments Corporation (90%) and ZCCM-IH (10%). Carlisa Investments Corporation is jointly owned by Glencore Plc (81%) and First Quantum Minerals Ltd (19%). Effective shareholding in Mopani by Glencore and FQM is, therefore, 73.1% and 16.9%, respectively. In April 2000, Mopani purchased assets of the Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines Limited (ZCCM) comprising underground mines, a concentrator, a smelter and a refinery at Mufulira mine site and underground mines, open pits, a concentrator and a cobalt plant at Nkana mine site in Kitwe. Mopani Copper Mines Plc is a proudly Zambian company which delivers superior value to our shareholders, our people and our country. Mopani has established a competitive advantage in its core business of mining responsibly while developing the capacity and livelihoods of the local people. Mopani’s core objective is to achieve unit costs for copper in the second lowest quartile on the International cost of production curve. Mopani is founded on a strong foundation of common values that unite all employees to a common goal. These include: being Safe, Smart, Simple, Responsible and Open.
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ROUNDTABLE PROFILES MX Mining Capital Advisors is a mining investment advisory company that provides specialist mining finance advisory services in the following fields: Raising capital for mining projects via traditional and alternative financing Developing a mining business case suitable for mining capital raising Identifying and implementing mining investment opportunities for mining capital We tailor mining finance solutions to individual project requirements and have a proven track record in in linking mining projects with mining capital to enable project implementation. The key to securing mining finance is a strong business case, from orebody to market, which we help our clients achieve. Our capital sources include venture capital providers, mining companies seeking projects, commercial banks, commodity traders, royalty and streaming companies, EPC contractors, Development Finance Institutions, equipment suppliers and listed companies seeking projects for vend-in. We have experience in developing and financing mining projects from exploration, feasibility studies, mine development projects to mining operations.
Nyembesi Capital offers specialist advisory services in the areas of project management, deal origination/execution, structured finance and capital raising programs. The model has a deliberate focus on the mining sector in Zimbabwe, and indeed the region, as a panacea case for greater economic activity and the regeneration of wealth. Zimbabwe is endowed with rich mineral resources, sadly constrained by proper funding models/ equity deals to resuscitate the mining industry. Nyembesi Capital Resources strives to bridge the funding gap by offering services via the International financial markets with a positive affinity for what i would passionately describe as emerging market risk. By providing that balance, NCR links the portfolio of mining assets to the pool of debt/ equity funding combinations or by way of mutually competitive JV deals.
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RIOZIM LTD RioZim was incorporated on August 29, 1956 as Rio Tinto Southern Rhodesia Ltd. It was set up initially to develop and mine the Empress Nickel deposit in the Midlands and was the first mining operation to be set up outside Europe by Rio Tinto plc. RioZim separated from Rio Tinto plc in 2004 and became a wholly owned Zimbabwean company that produces gold, coal, toll refines nickel and copper. The company is listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE). Since its breakaway from Rio Tinto plc, RioZim has had an eventful number of years in which it launched new vision, mission and value statements as well as having some of its operations certified for quality and adherence to world class standards in occupational health, safety and environmental management.
SHUMBA ENERGY Shumba Energy is a Botswana based coal mining and energy development company with dual listings on the Botswana Stock Exchange and the Stock Exchange of Mauritius with over 300 Botswana & International shareholders including retail investors, institutions and pension funds. The company’s strategy is to build a portfolio of quality energy assets that are focused on efficient and reliable power generation, for the benefit of the Southern African region.
TANGO MINING LTD Tango Mining Limited (TGV – TSXV) is a Canadian diversified junior mining company. Tango via its South African subsidiaries hold three thermal coal, metallurgical and processing plant and engineering contracts that process 6.5 Mt of coal per annum, with clientele that include Exxaro. The three projects are located within the Ogies and Highveld coalfields, Mpumalanga Province and Kliprivier coalfield, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. The Company also holds an interest in the Oena Diamond Mine, an alluvial diamond property, Northern Cape Province, South Africa that has recently recommenced operations under contract to Bluedust Pty. Tango has a continued development plan in place to grow the business using the successful past 20 year business model of the South African operations, an established market presence and its proven successful operational reputation in the coal, base and precious metal and precious stone mining sector in Southern Africa.
TLOU ENERGY Tlou Energy is an AIM and ASX listed company focused on delivering power in Botswana and the broader southern African region through the development of coal bed methane (‘CBM’) projects. Tlou Energy provides investors with access to a compelling immediate and longer-term opportunity using domestic gas to produce power and displace the expensive diesel and import market. The Company holds 10 Prospecting Licences covering an area of ~8,300Km2 and the Lesedi Project already benefits from significant, independently certified Contingent Gas Resources of ~3.2 trillion cubic feet (3C) and is the first in the country to achieve independently certified Gas Reserves. Tlou’s first planned gas-to-power solution is expected to be delivered through a 10MW pilot project. Following successful implementation of the 10MW pilot project the Company plans to upscale the plant in order to provide further power to Botswana and the southern African region having received a request for proposal (‘RFP’) from the Botswanan Government to provide up to 100MW of CBM power from its Lesedi project.
TROJAN NICKEL MINE / CHAMBER OF MINES OF ZIMBABWE The Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe is a private sector voluntary organization established in 1939. The members include mining Companies, suppliers of machinery, spare parts and chemicals, service providers including banks insurance companies , consulting engineers and various mining related professional bodies and individuals. The mining company members of COMZ produce 90% of Zimbabwe’s total mineral output. The activities of COMZ are guided by its constitution and Strategic plan. The primary objectives are to advocate and lobby in order to promote, encourage and protect the interests of the mining industry in Zimbabwe. In so doing, activities of the COMZ are concentrated in the field of economic policy, mining sector policy investment promotion, labour and industrial relations management, research on legal matters relating to mining, representation of the views of the industry to government and other stakeholders and the provision of a variety of services aimed at promoting health and safety, manpower training, environmental protection and the support of mining associations. Many advisory and service functions that are best handled on a collaborative basis are undertaken under the COMZ banner on behalf of the mining industry.
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ROUNDTABLE PROFILES Tsodilo Resources Limited (“Tsodilo”) is an exploration stage company which is engaged principally in the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties in the Republic of Botswana. The Company is considered to be in the exploration and development stage given that none of its properties are in production and, to date, has not earned any significant revenues. The recoverability of amounts shown for exploration and evaluation assets is dependent on the existence of economically recoverable reserves, the renewal of exploration licenses, obtaining the necessary permits to operate a mine, obtaining the financing to complete exploration and development, and future profitable production.
VAST RESOURCES PLC Vast Resources Plc engages in the exploration and development of mineral properties in Romania and Zimbabwe. Its projects include Manaila Polymetallic Mine, Manaila Expansion & Regional Metallurgical Complex, Baita Plai Polymetallic Mine and Faneata Tailings Dam, and Pickstone-Peerless Gold Mine. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Maidstone, United Kingdom.
The Wits Mining Institute is a one-of-a-kind laboratory with a significant research agenda to transfer surface digital technologies into the underground environment. The WMI is a platform of long-established expertise in mining-related fields of study dedicated to inform the emergence of a 21st Century model of mining that is both sustainable and competitive. The future role of mining in the social economy depends heavily on: • our capacity for innovation in every associated dimension, including extractive technologies; • the full range of up-, side- and down-stream economic linkages; • the distribution of socio-economic benefits; • health and safety; • the environmental externalities and post-mining economic sustainability; • while also establishing an enabling environment for the industry’s future.
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ATTENDEES LIST 4e Innovation Hentie Fourie Chief Operating Officer GRAND PALM HOTEL • GABORONE, BOTSWANA
4e Innovation Michael Wright Chief Commercial Officer Africa Prospect Development Zambia Samuel Francis Mulligan CEO African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC) Ibrahim Abdelrahman Ibrahim Shaddad Director General African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC) Ibrahim Shaddad Director General African Reptiles Venom Mr Mike Perry Owner African Union Commission (AUC) Prudence Kabwe Private Secretary to Commissioner African Union Commission (AUC) Willie Ndembela Special Assistant to Commissioner African Union Commission (AUC) Patient Atcho Communications Officer African Union Commission (AUC) Frank Dixon Mugyenyi Senior Industry Advisor African Union Commission (AUC) H.E. Amb. Albert M. Muchanga Commissioner of Trade & Industry Alcom Radio Distributors Vic Hamaty Channel Manager Alexkor Mining Lemogang Pitsoe CEO Anglo American/Kumba Iron Ore Bongi Ntsoelengoe Technology Development Manager Aquatan Piet Meyer MD Aquatan Walter Meyer Executive Manager - Technical, Estimating and Sales
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Aquatan Kobus Potgieter Technical Sales Engineer Ayama Projects Xolisile Seti Chief Executive Officer
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Ayama Projects Joseph Seromo Chief Operations Officer Beneath Botswana Zaphaniah Kajevu Business Reporter Beneath Botswana Edward Euipa Kuipa Chief-In-Editor Botswana Ash Kangangwani Phatshwane CEO Botswana Chamber of Mines Charles Siwawa Chief Executive Officer Botswana Diamonds plc Shristi Shrestha Executive Assistant Botswana Diamonds plc James Campbell Managing Director Botswana Geoscience Institute Tiyapo Hudson Ngwisanyi Chief Executive Officer Botswana Geoscience Institute Puso Akanyang Director Science Delivery Botswana Stock Exchange Thapelo Moribame Head of Market Development Botswana Stock Exchange Kopano Bolokwe Head of Product Development Consolidated Nickel Mines Ltd Simon Purkiss CEO Debswana Mining Company Edwin T. Elias Head of Ore Processing
Hon. Morie Manyeh - Ministry of Mines & Mineral Resources; Sierra Leone “I found the networking sessions exemplary, the summit offered much more than I expected, looking forward to the next one.”
Debswana Mining Company Ernest Lehman Senior Project Services Manager Deep South Resources Luke Sadike Nepela Director Digital Borehole Surveying Pty Ltd Blake Smith Business Development Manager Digital Borehole Surveying Pty Ltd Paul Wilkie Director Digital Borehole Surveying Pty Ltd CJ Ardene Geophysical Logger Digital Borehole Surveying Pty Ltd Benjamin Birt Petrophysicist Engen Marketing Botswana Mr. Kago Tawana Lubricants Sales Manager Engen Marketing Botswana Mr Patrick Matshane Commercial Manager Engineer Magazine Gerald Mazikana Marketing Equator Gold Mark Parker Managing Director Fluor Daniel Holdings Botswana (Pty) Ltd Mr. Russell Ayres Vice President / General Manager (APEA) Fluor Daniel Holdings Botswana (Pty) Ltd Mr. Trevor Anderson Sales Director Galane Gold Nick Brodie CEO Geodrill Raymond Nienaber Business Development Manager Geo-X (PTY)Ltd Henning Weidlich Managing Director Ghana Manganese Co. Ltd Emmanuel Coffie-Anum HSE Coordinator GHCE Botswana (Pty) Ltd Patrick Bashi Pule Director GHCE Botswana (Pty) Ltd John Maddalena Director
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GHCE Botswana (Pty) Ltd Paul Smalberger Director Giyani Metals Kneipe Setlhare Country Manager Giyani Metals Robin Birchall CEO Global Business Reports Lindsay Davis Project Director Global Business Reports Julian Issa Business Analyst Global Business Reports Carl-Johan Karlsson Business Analyst Harmony Gold Mining Company Phillip Tobias Chief Operating Officer HFW Alex Reid Partner HFW Jayson Marks Partner Hoisting Solutions Ian Nuttall-Smith CEO Hoisting Solutions Moosa Omar General Manager Ironveld plc Dr. Peter Cox CEO Kaytech Engineered Fabric Vimal Ramdhani International Sales WWW.GRVGLOBAL.COM
Hentie Fourie - 4E Innovation “Well organised, broad representation from across industry and continent, all sharing a similar passion for Africa. Great event will definitely be back for 2019.�
ATTENDEES LIST Khan Corporate Law Shakila Khan Lead Attorney GRAND PALM HOTEL • GABORONE, BOTSWANA
Khan Corporate Law Agatha Nchupetsang Associate Attorney Khan Corporate Law Shakila Khan Associate Khan Corporate Law Neo Mosimanyana Pupil Attorney Khoemacau Copper Mining Logic Sebopeng Senior Mining Engineer Khoemacau Copper Mining Boikobo Paya Executive Director Komatsu Botswana Matome Malema Country Director KMC Komatsu Botswana Class Mathunya Konkola Copper Mines James Mufara Technical Director Kudu Communications Gabriel Lesego Managing Director Lucara Botswana (Pty) Ltd. Naseem Banu Lahri MD Maatla Energy Jacques Badenhorst CEO Malan Scholes Inc John Hulme Scholes Director Manitou S.A. (Pty) Ltd Lindsay Shankland Managing Director Manitou S.A. (Pty) Ltd Marli van der Westhuizen Business Development Manager Matec S.R.L Martin Vieira Technical Sales Manager
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McKinsey Otto van der Ende Mining Expert - MineLens METS South Africa (Pty) Ltd Murray Macnab Managing Director - METS International
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Metso Otlaadisa Moshashane Field Sales Manager Metso Charles Ntsele General Manager Michelin Tyre company South-Africa Fabien Taillardat Mining Sales Director Michelin Tyre company South-Africa Dewald Fourie Key account manager Minerals Development Company Botswana Tshireletso Modukanele Director, Corporate Services Minerals Development Company Botswana Tobias Seymour Frears CEO Minerals Development Company Botswana Sebetlela Oletile Sebetlela Deputy CEO Minerals Development Company Botswana Matilda Mangole Director Human Resources Minerals Development Company Botswana David Anthony Scott Technical Specialist Minerals Development Company Botswana Elisa Kgomotso Davis Project Management Administrator Minergy Coal Martin Bartle Executive Director Minergy Coal Lynette Kruger Marketing Manager
Neo Mosimanyana - Khan Corporate Law “It was great, keep up the good work.”
Minergy Coal Bonkie Baeletse Logistics Manager Minergy Coal Herbert Kebafetotse Sustainability Manager Mining Dialogues 360 Tracey Cooper Director Ministry Of Lands And Natural Resources, Ghana Mercia Aidoo Assistant Director Ministry Of Lands And Natural Resources, Ghana Christopher Kwasi Anokye Technical Director Mines Ministry Of Lands And Natural Resources, Ghana Hon. Barbara Oteng-Gyasi Deputy Minister Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Kebonye Tamisungo Public Relations Officer Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Moses Keamogetse Tshetlhane Chief Mineral Officer Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Asnath Chimbombi Principle Minerals Officer Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Kearabilwe Kebuamotse Public Relations Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Nchidzi Mmolawa Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology & Energy Security; Botswana Hon. Eric Mothibi Molale Minister Ministry of Mines & Mineral Resources; Sierra Leone Sahr Wonday Director General Ministry of Mines & Mineral Resources; Sierra Leone Morie Manyeh Minister
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Ministry of Mines and Mining Development, Zimbabwe Hon. Polite Kambamura Deputy Minister Ministry of Mines and Mining Development, Zimbabwe James Chiroodza Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Mali Guindo Lassana Technical Adviser Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Mali Sissoko Makan Mousso Secretary General Ministry of Mines and Quarries, Burkina Faso Dr. Ilboudo Ousmane Permanent Secretariat of National Minerals Commission Mopani Copper Mines Plc Sindiso Ngatsha Sichone Supply Chain Manager Motorola Solutions Raymond Motlhabani NextLan Botswana Motorola Solutions Nardo Swart Senior Channel Accounts Manager SADC Motorola Solutions Hilton Fester General Manager Danimex SA Holding Motorola Solutions Grant Steenkamp PREDIC Motorola Solutions Bavika Singh Marketing Manager Sub-Saharan Africa Motorola Solutions Bruce Winter Altron
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Phillip Tobias - Harmony Gold “Very well organised Summit, thank you very much for extending the invitation. Enjoyed the Ministers session the most, especially the Botswana clear story and message – Now I understand why they are known as the ‘Switzerland of Africa’ – Investor friendly jurisdiction.”
ATTENDEES LIST Motorola Solutions Pieter Pienaar Senior Channel Manager SADC GRAND PALM HOTEL • GABORONE, BOTSWANA
Motorola Solutions Hein Van Rensburg Senior Pre-Sales Engineer Murray & Roberts Cementation Ivan Jacobs New Business Manager MX Mining Capital Advisors CC Dr. Mike Seeger Director Neptune P2P Group Mike Calton Security Risk Management New Concept Mining Mr David Nyungu Africa Business Development Manager New Concept Mining Mr Ivor Chanda Sales Director - Africa Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa Inc. Kevin Cron Director OIM Arjen De Bruin HOD Orezone Drilling Christopher Laidler Managing Director Outotec (RSA) (Pty) Ltd Mr Dirk Slabbert President, Market Area Sub-Saharan Africa Paramount Tracks Pty Ltd Mrs. Candice Naidoo Sales & Marketing Director Paramount Tracks Pty Ltd Musawenkosi Innocent Masinga CEO Paramount Tracks Pty Ltd Mr. Kago Mokgatle Site Manager - JWANENG Paramount Tracks Pty Ltd Mr Archie Seleka Managing Director - Botswana PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc Jean-Pierre van Staden Partner
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Probe Integrated Mining Technologies Mr. Gert Roselt CEO Radio Botswana Boitumelo Seitibatso Journalist
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Radio Botswana Baboloki Semele Producer Reactore Solutions (Pty) Limited Peter Moss Business Development Officer Reactore Solutions (Pty) Limited Julian Nagel Product Owner REFLEX Africa Noleen Pauls Senior Geologist Rham Equipment Kevin Reynders Managing Director Rham Equipment Francois van der Merwe Capital Sales Manager RioZim Ltd Bhekinkosi Nkomo CEO Robert Bosch (Pty) Ltd Phuti Manakana Channel Manager: Mining Shumba Energy Comfort Molwisa
Dr. Ilboudo Ousmane - Ministry of Mines & Quarries, Burkina Faso “This is a great meeting, particularly of benefit to my country Burkina Faso, in terms of learning from the experience of other countries.”
Shumba Energy Thameng Thabolo Finance Director Shumba Energy Timothy Bolokwe Finance Manager Shumba Energy Alan M. Clegg Pr.Eng. Independent Mining & Energy Consultant, and Executive Chairman Stanbic Bank Otsile Ramotsheo Analyst Stanbic Bank Sean Evans Executive: Mining and Metals Strata-X Energy Tim Hoops CEO Strata-X Energy Modisana Botsile Regulator Tango Mining Ltd Kevin Ghalager Director & Head of Coal Operations Tango Mining Ltd Simon Vanderloo CFO Tanzania Chamber Of Mines Ami Mpungwe Chairman Tlou Energy Gabaake Gabaake Executive Director Trojan Nickel Mine / Chamber of Mines Of Zimbabwe Batirai Manhando President Tsodilo Resources ltd Michiel de Wit COO & President UCP Africa Grant Wilson MD UCP Africa Megan du Plooy Geologist UCP Africa Tshego Majane Geologist Vast Resources PLC Mark Mabhudhu Executive Director Wireline africa Allan Bennett Chief Executive Officer
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Wireline africa Michael Peters Sales Wireline africa Mauro Oliveira Area Manager Wits University, Wits Mining Institute Professor Frederick Thomas Cawood Director World Parts Supply Ltd John Charlesworth MD WorleyParsons Leon Johnson Process Engineer WorleyParsons Dianne McCallum Business Development Manager WorleyParsons Steve Gouws Business Development Director WorleyParsons Denver Dreyer CEO
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Hein Van Rensburg - Motorola Solutions “Well run event – good speakers, legal session was outstanding, well done.”
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