Call to action
The companies that will thrive in the current era of African mining will be those with an appetite for risk – and the ability to think and act with speed.
State of affairs
The year ahead will see huge changes for the mining industry. Yet the situation also presents an opportunity for more nimble, forward-thinking local players in Africa.
Back to basics
The sector will have to focus on consolidation to ride out the commodities downcycle.
Counting the cost
The global industry is under pressure and African companies will have to come up with innovative ideas to raise finance for projects. But opportunities exist in new areas and commodities.
Out of focus
A series of regulatory issues across key African mining jurisdictions continues to spell uncertainty about future development.
