By: Dzair tube en

Algeria reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering regional and international cooperation in the mining sector as Karima Tafer, State Secretary to the Minister of Energy in charge of Mines, led a high-profile delegation to the Mining Indaba exhibition in Cape Town, South Africa. The Algerian delegation, comprising senior officials from the Ministry of Energy and Mines, representatives from the Sonarem Group, and experts from the Geological Service Agency of Algeria, is actively engaging with key stakeholders at one of the world’s largest and most influential mining forums.

Strategic Participation in the African-Korean Dialogue on Critical Minerals

As part of her official agenda, State Secretary Tafer is set to participate in the African-Korean Dialogue on Critical Minerals on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, a high-level forum convened on the sidelines of Mining Indaba. The dialogue will address pressing issues surrounding the development of the mining industry, the sustainable exploitation of critical and strategic minerals, and the reinforcement of partnerships between African nations and South Korea.

The discussions will focus on advancing responsible mining practices, fostering technology transfer, and establishing resilient supply chains for minerals that are crucial to global industries such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, and high-tech manufacturing. Algeria’s participation in this forum reflects its strategic vision for integrating into global value chains while reinforcing its leadership in Africa’s mining sector.

Mining Indaba: A Global Hub for Innovation and Investment in the Mining Sector

Renowned as Africa’s premier mining investment event, Mining Indaba serves as a vital platform for industry leaders, investors, policymakers, and experts to exchange knowledge, showcase cutting-edge technologies, and explore new opportunities for sustainable resource development. With global demand for minerals and rare earth elements surging, the event provides Algeria with an unparalleled opportunity to position itself as a key player in the continent’s mining renaissance.

The Algerian delegation is engaging in high-level discussions with international investors, mining companies, and financial institutions to highlight Algeria’s vast geological potential and the incentives it offers to attract foreign direct investment in mining exploration, extraction, and value-added processing industries.

Algeria’s Strategic Vision for Mining Development

Algeria’s participation in Mining Indaba aligns with its broader strategy to revitalize the mining sector as a pillar of economic diversification. The country is undertaking significant reforms aimed at modernizing its legal and regulatory framework, enhancing geological mapping and resource evaluation, and fostering partnerships that prioritize knowledge transfer, job creation, and sustainable development.

State Secretary Tafer emphasized that Algeria is committed to unlocking the full potential of its natural resources through environmentally responsible and socially inclusive mining practices. “Our presence at Mining Indaba underscores Algeria’s strategic ambition to develop a competitive and resilient mining industry, one that not only meets national development goals but also contributes to Africa’s collective economic growth,” she stated.

Algeria’s active participation in this international mining forum is also a testament to its commitment to strengthening regional integration and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships within Africa. By leveraging its rich mineral resources and expertise, Algeria aims to contribute to a new model of South-South cooperation that emphasizes shared prosperity, infrastructure development, and the creation of sustainable value chains across the continent.