January 2024
Dear Members and Friends,
As we fast approach the Mining Indaba this month, as well as several key events this quarter, we are pleased to share the latest updates on our upcoming Q1 programing:
Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, February 3-7: Cape Town
The Chamber remains available to assist all members attending the Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba. From Saturday February 3rd to Wednesday 7th we are on-hand to liaise for meetings and access to VIP events. Email mining@canadaafrica.ca
The High Commission of Canada has generously afforded members and friends the option to participate in numerous sessions, to which you are warmly invited:
DRC-Canada Chamber Leadership Visit to Lualaba, February 8-10: Kolwezi
Sponsored by Elephant Trade, the Chamber Leadership Visit to the DRC will take place from 8-10 February 2024 in the Lualaba Province, one of the key outcomes of Africa Accelerating 2023.
Members in Lualaba or those who will be present on the occasion of the visit are welcome to contact drc@canadaafrica.ca for assistance with meetings on-the-ground and attendance at events on 8 and 9 February, including the VIP Welcome Dinner. We are especially honoured that the Canadian Ambassador to the DRC, H.E. Maryse Guilbeault, will be with us. Read More
If you still wish to join us please let us know and we will share the latest copy of the program and logistical details for travel and accommodation.
Kenya
We are delighted to announce Parliamentary Secretary to Minister Mary Ng, PS Maninder Sidhu - representing the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development - will be joining us in Nairobi.
Canada's vibrant private sector will once again showcase the reasons Canada serves as a partner of choice in Kenya and on the African continent as a whole.
Among our sponsors of this event, in partnership with the High Commission of Canada in Kenya, we are pleased to recognize Cypher Environmental. CEO Todd Burns has led Cypher's “outstanding display of market-driven solutions to key environmental issues of the day” and will deliver a keynote address.
During Africa Accelerating 2023, Kenya's President William Ruto invited all to visit Kenya, where the 2nd Canada-Africa Business Conference will take place. In partnership with the Kenya Private Sector Alliance, we look forward to the forum which “aims to widen the scope of available opportunities in medical care, infrastructure, energy, FinTech and project financing”. Read More
The largest Africa-focused mining event in North America is less than 2 months away!
Promote your country, company, African mining project, product or services this March 3-6, 2024, during PDAC in Toronto. Attendance at the 25th Annual African Mining Breakfast & 22nd Annual Investing in African Mining Seminar is complimentary for all members.
Our sponsor, MineAfrica, is pleased to offer you a number of exciting participation options at the biggest mining investment show in the world, including:
- Custom booth space in the MineAfrica pavilion at the PDAC Trade Show from March 3-6
- Presentation and sponsorship opportunities at the biggest African mining event in North America - “The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business 25th Annual African Mining Breakfast & MineAfrica’s 22nd Investing in African Mining Seminar” - on March 5 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel - with keynote speaker Peter Marrone, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Allied Gold Corporation
- Participation in MineAfrica's 3-day MASTERMINING course “Understanding the Mining Industry” From A to Z from February 29 to March 2
Read the 2023 report with links to the program, African Mining Directory, and photo gallery.
We will be on-hand to meet in Cape Town, Kolwezi and Nairobi ahead of PDAC, during upcoming programs in each of these cities.
See the 2023 program and African Mining Directory.
See the 2023 photo gallery.
Download the 2024 Participation Packages brochure.
Register to attend the breakfast/seminar.
Email wayne@mineafrica.com for more information.
View all upcoming Chamber Events here
Presidents' Report - 2023 in Review
Following a successful year, the President's Report is now available online - showcasing the people, companies and ideas that accelerated Canada-Africa trade and investment, through world-class networking and information-sharing events. Read it here.
2nd Canada-Africa Business Conference: February 19-20, Nairobi
During Africa Accelerating 2023, Kenya's President William Ruto invited all to visit Kenya, where the 2nd Canada-Africa Business Conference will take place. In partnership with the Kenya Private Sector Alliance, we look forward to the forum which “aims to widen the scope of available opportunities in medical care, infrastructure, energy, FinTech and project financing”. Read More
We are delighted to underscore Todd Burns, CEO of Cypher Environmental is a keynote speaker whose work. Read More.
Chamber Program at the Investing in African Mining Indaba, February 3-7: Cape Town
The Chamber is pleased to be available to assist our members attending the Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba. From Saturday February 3rd to Wednesday 7th we are on-hand to liaise for meetings and access to VIP events, as part of our support to members.
Once again Chamber President, Garreth Bloor, will be addressing the Canadian High Commissioner's Official Reception on Sunday 4 February, recognizing our members in attendance. Read More
DRC-Canada Chamber Leadership Visit to Lualaba, February 8-10: Kolwezi
Sponsored by Elephant Trade, the Chamber Leadership Visit to the DRC will take place from 8-10 February 2024 in the Lualaba Province, one of the key outcomes of Africa Accelerating 2023.
Members in Lualaba or those who will be present on the occasion of the visit are welcome to contact drc@canadaafrica.ca for assistance with meetings on-the-ground and attendance at events on 8 and 9 February, including the VIP Welcome Dinner. We are especially honoured that the newly-appointed Canadian Ambassador to the DRC, H.E. Maryse Guilbeault, will be with us. Read More
Save the Date: 30-Year Anniversary Reception: May 7, 2024
It is our distinct privilege to invite members and guests to our 30 Year-Anniversary this year.
For members traveling to Canada, as well as those in country already, the 30-Year Anniversary will be followed by a program of optional added visits to Sudbury and Vancouver. Read More.
View more upcoming events this year, including Africa Accelerating 2024. Join us at Africa Accelerating 2024 which be held in Gatineau, Quebec from 21-23 October. We look forward to seeing you there. Read More
Recordings of past events are also available.
Best wishes from all of us!
Garreth Bloor (President), Susan Namulindwa (Vice President, Canada), Jacques NdoutouMvé (Vice President, Africa), Sebastian Spio-Garbrah (AfCFTA Free Trade Unit, Accra)
Ateau Zola (Senior Associate: Business Development), Mahvish Batool (Operations), Toye Abioye (Business Development and Partnerships), Karen Woolcock (Senior Associate: In-Bound Delegations/KY Concierge) and Kweku Essien (Business Development)
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