Africa Critical Minerals & Mining Series (Virtual)
Canada is a global titan in mining exploration and capital deployment. However, transitioning a frontier asset from strategic intent to on-the-ground execution requires unfiltered operational reality.
This series is not an introductory course on Africa—it is an elite, peer-level masterclass built specifically for North American institutional investors, junior operators, and supply-chain innovators. We cut through high-level diplomatic talking points to deliver unscripted, slide-free, 45-minute fireside briefings led by the executives actively running operations on the continent.
To maximize practical value, sessions are strictly conversational and moderated directly by Canadian mining entrepreneurs. This structure ensures that every discussion focuses on real-world market intelligence rather than generic corporate marketing.
Hosted by: Canada Africa Business Forum
July 27–31, 2026
From 11:00 AM ET Daily
Expert-led
Opportunity Validation
Speakers
Andres Blanco
Group CEO, Xcalibur Smart Mapping
July 27–31, 2026
Jørgen Evjen
CEO, Akobo Minerals
July 27–31, 2026
Samantha Carl-Yoder
Chair of International & Critical Minerals Practices, BHFS / Former U.S. Diplomat
July 27–31, 2026
Declan Galvin
Managing Director, Exigent Risk Advisory
July 27–31, 2026
Abbi Buxton
Principal Consultant, Abbi Buxton Consulting / Former De Beers Lead
July 27–31, 2026
Ian Massey
Head of Corporate Intelligence, EMEA at S-RM
July 27–31, 2026
Lisa Pinsley
Fund Head, African Infrastructure Investment Managers
July 27–31, 2026
Matthew Venturas
Director, Head of Sub-Saharan Africa at S-RM
July 27–31, 2026
Mark Evans
Partner at Oliver Wyman
July 27–31, 2026
The 5-Day Structural Architecture
Day 1: Macro Geopolitics & The New Western-China Critical Mineral Grid
Day 2: Advanced Geophysics, Spatial Data & Earth Intelligence Mapping
Day 3: The Junior Playbook: Navigating Frontier Logistics, Infrastructure & Supplier Networks
Day 4: Capital Markets, Royalty Streaming & Blended Development Finance (EDC Alignment)
Day 5: Legal Frameworks, Mining Title Security & Local Beneficiation Mandates
Executive Registration Tiers
Access to the live series and post-event interactive directories is strictly restricted to Forum Members. Take advantage of our Launch Early-Bird window to lock in your corporate credentials before rates increase:
Standalone Event Pass
Launch Special
$175
CAD/Series
Grants full access to all 10–14 virtual fireside sessions and live audience Q&A slots for the July event.
Early-bird pricing expires Friday, June 30th. (Standard Rate: $250).
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Annual Forum Membership
Best Value
$250
CAD/year
Grants full access to the July Africa Mining Series
PLUS a complete 12-month membership to the Canada Africa Business Forum network and all virtual series.
Early-bird rate expires Friday, June 30th. (Standard Rate: $325).
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Corporate Group Pass
Team Access
$1000
CAD/year
Up to 5 team members
Rotate up to 5 team members across all live virtual series
12-month membership access to all virtual sessions
Early-bird rate expires Friday, June 30th. (Standard Rate: $1400).
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Our Corporate Group Pass (Up to 5 Team Members) — $1,000. Onboard your entire investment, technical, or legal management team.
For corporate sponsorship inquiries, team invoicing requests, or other inquiries, contact the forum administration via email.
Program Disclaimer: The event architecture, speaker lineup, and specific session timings within the July 27–31 week are tentative and subject to change based on executive calendar availability and fluid operational updates. Forum memberships and passes are non-refundable.
Designed for whom?
- Mining companies & exploration firms
- Critical minerals investors & funds
- Engineering, EPC & technical service firm
- Infrastructure & logistics companies
- Battery supply chain stakeholders
- Government & trade representatives
- ESG, legal & advisory professionals
- Manufacturers exploring strategic mineral sourcing
- Companies evaluating African market opportunities
Why Attend?
- Meet the operators
- Gain actionable market insights
- Connect with leaders & decision-makers
- Discover investment & partnership opportunities
- Stay ahead of global critical mineral demand shifts
- Build your network across Africa & Canada
Get in touch
events@canadaafrica.org