Ahead of African Mining Week Conference (AMW), scheduled for October 14 – 16, 2026 in Cape Town and organized by Energy Capital & Power, the AMW team engaged with African mining ministers and industry stakeholders to identify national priorities shaping the continent’s mining agenda.

Hosted by the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA), WasteCon 2026 marks a significant milestone as the organisation celebrates its 50th anniversary, reinforcing its legacy as a driving force in shaping sustainable waste and resource management across Africa.