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‘Criminal justice system is key to the rule of law’ – Justice Madlanga

Source: Government of South Africa

The Madlanga Commission has kicked off proceedings at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Tshwane today.

The commission kicked off on Wednesday with an address by Chairperson Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga setting out the map for the commission.

The establishment of the commission follows serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi about an alleged criminal syndicate that has spread influence into law enforcement, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and intelligence services.

“The interest shown by the South African public in this investigation is not surprising. I say so because the allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on 6 July 2025 concern a grave subject matter: the subject of the alleged infiltration of, or exertion of undue influence on, the criminal justice system.

“If the allegations are proved to be true, that spells doom for South Africa’s criminal justice system. A healthy criminal justice system is key to the rule of law and, in turn, to a functioning constitutional democracy,” Madlanga said.

READ | Madlanga Commission: Lt. General Mkhwanazi gives evidence

He warned that if a criminal justice system is “populated by malleable and corrupt functionaries, many criminals – especially those holding positions of influence – will rarely, if ever, answer for their criminal deeds”.

“Also, malleability, corruption and dysfunctionality in the criminal justice system are at odds with what we, South Africans, expect of and are entitled to from a criminal justice system.

“At the centre of any functioning constitutional democracy is a well-functioning criminal justice system. If you subvert the criminal justice system, you subvert the rule of law and constitutional democracy itself,” he said.

Pressing further, the chairperson highlighted that subversion of justice may take other forms.

“Without purporting to be exhaustive, it may come as downright intimidation. It may consist of improper promises or inducements. It may take the form of corruptly influencing the decision-making or functioning of those responsible for the smooth running of the system. All these forms and others are a cancer to what a proper criminal justice system should be.

“Ours, from today onwards, is to investigate whether our criminal justice system is what it should be or whether it has been infiltrated by criminal syndicates. Words from us must end here, and we must start with the investigative process,” Madlanga said. – SAnews.gov.za

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Deputy President to address Public Works and Infrastructure MinMEC

Source: Government of South Africa

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Thursday deliver the keynote address at the two-day Public Works and Infrastructure Minister and MECs (MinMEC) sitting, scheduled to take place at the Eastcape Training College in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.

The Deputy President will attend the sitting at the invitation of the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson. He is expected to address the occasion on “the significance of infrastructure service delivery in driving the economy and creating much needed jobs”.

The MinMEC is a government forum chaired by the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, and includes the Deputy Minister of Public Works, Sihle Zikalala, as well as Members of the Provincial Executive Councils (MECs) of Public Works and Infrastructure of all the nine provinces.  

Its strategic focus is to reflect on the priorities of the department, mitigate the risks and evaluate progress on all the priority areas, while using public assets for the public good and contributing meaningfully to economic development and job creation. 

The forum also provides a platform for strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange and policy alignment. 

The MinMEC proceedings will be preceded by an oversight visit to the Umoyilanga Energy Project, an innovative energy security infrastructure that combines solar photovoltaic with wind and battery energy storage system (BESS) technologies. Upon completion, Umoyilanga will offer reliable dispatchable renewable power to the national grid. 

This unique combination of wind and solar resources with battery energy storage system, enables Umoyilanga to provide 75 MW reliable energy to the national grid. 

“Government continues to upgrade and construct public infrastructure such as water supply facilities, energy, schools and health clinics to improve the living standards, restore dignity of the people as well as foster social cohesion and national unity,” the Presidency said. – SAnews.gov.za

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KZN Transport partners with vehicle testing body to curb fraudulent certificates

Source: Government of South Africa

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

The KwaZulu-Natal Transport Department has announced a partnership with the Vehicle Testing Association (VTA) to clamp down on private vehicle testing stations issuing fraudulent roadworthy certificates.

This follows a spate of learner transport accidents in the Umgungundlovu District, with three incidents recorded in just four days.

The most recent accident occurred on Monday, when a minibus taxi carrying learners from several schools veered off the road and plunged off KwaKhetha Bridge on the P127 near Impendle in the Midlands.

According to traffic officials, 20 learners from Matomela High, Luthando High and Sthunjwana Primary sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Gomane Clinic and Harry Gwala Regional (Edendale) Hospital.

The taxi driver fled the scene and remains at large.

Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma said it was disturbing that the taxi driver fled but law enforcement agencies are looking for the driver.

Duma called on the South African National Taxi Council in KwaZulu-Natal to take stronger responsibility for incidents involving its members.

The Automobile Association estimates that 70 000 minibus taxis are involved in crashes annually, with the sector recording double the crash rate of other passenger vehicles.

Duma said the new partnership with the VTA, which represents private vehicle testing stations under the Retail Motor Industry Organisation, will target corruption in the issuing of certificates of roadworthiness.

“We have agreed to work together to isolate elements that are operating vehicles without roadworthy certificates and to ensure that those issuing fraudulent certificates are arrested,” Duma said.

As Transport Month approaches in October, Duma said the department will announce its collaboration with the VTA to introduce further reforms, including: 
•    Strengthen legislation governing the taxi and scholar transport industry, with clear provisions on driver vetting, vehicle standards, and operational oversight.
•    Enforcing stricter compliance and accountability measures across the province, supported by transparent reporting and independent audits.
•    Require biannual Certificates of Roadworthiness for all heavy passenger vehicles, replacing the current annual requirement.
•    Ensure that all minibuses are inspected within the KZN province at accredited municipal or private testing, and in alignment with their designated route permits. – SAnews.gov.za

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African Development Bank to Host Africa Natural Capital Accounting Community of Practice (Africa NCA COP) Secretariat

Source: APO

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has officially announced that it will host the Secretariat of the Africa Natural Capital Accounting Community of Practice (Africa NCA-CoP), strengthening its leadership role in integrating natural capital into climate-resilient development strategies across the continent.  

As the new host, the Bank Group will provide premises for the Secretariat at its Abidjan headquarters, review and implement the Africa NCA CoP strategy and action plan in line with the Bank Group priority for natural resources value addition and work with partners including the World Bank, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and the African Union to mobilize resources to scale up activities across the continent. The NCA-COP, launched in 2020 and now comprising more than 500 members from 48 African countries, promotes technical capacity building, data-driven policymaking, and knowledge sharing on natural capital accounting.  It was previously hosted by the World Bank. 

The Bank announced the development during a side event at the recently concluded Africa Climate Summit 2.0 in Addis Ababa that brought together policymakers, development partners, and practitioners to discuss the importance of mainstreaming natural capital into national policies, economic planning, and investment strategies. 

Fred Kabanda, Manager of the Bank Group’s African Natural Resources Management and Investment Centre, stressed the Bank’s commitment to natural capital. “The African Development Bank is prioritizing natural capital as outlined in its Natural Resources Management and Investment Action Plan (2025–2029), which is anchored in the Ten-Year Strategy (2024–2033). Hosting the Africa NCA CoP Secretariat allows the Bank to strengthen capacities, foster collaboration, and ensure that natural capital is fully integrated into policies and investments that drive climate-resilient development across Africa.” 

Africa’s abundant natural resources are vital to its economies, livelihoods, and poverty reduction efforts.  Yet the value of natural capital is frequently underrepresented in conventional economic measures, leaving ecosystems undervalued and climate vulnerabilities unaddressed. 

By taking on hosting the NCA CoP Secretariat, the African Development Bank is set to ensure continuity, strengthen continental ownership, and advance policy engagement on natural capital accounting, ultimately unlocking Africa’s potential for inclusive, green, and climate-resilient development. 

Read here (https://apo-opa.co/4gtkiOm) for more information on the African Development Bank’s role in the second Africa Climate Summit.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

Media Contact:
Sonia Borrini,
Climate Change & Green Growth Department,
email: s.borrini@afdb.org 

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Ethiopia: African Development Bank provides $400,000 for Public Disclosure Platform to boost capital market

Source: APO

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) have signed a grant agreement for $400,000 for the set up of a public disclosure platform and rollout of new financial products including exchange traded funds and green bonds at the Ethiopian Securities Exchange

The grant, which will support the Ethiopia Capital Market Development Support Project, is being provided by the Capital Markets Development Trust Fund (CMDTF). The initiative builds on previous African Development Bank Group support including creation in 2021 of Ethiopia’s capital market legal framework in 2021. 

The planned public disclosure platform will facilitate timely and accurate dissemination of company information to investors, shareholders, and other market participants, thereby enhancing decision-making and fair price discovery in the market.

Under the product  development component, new and diversified product offerings will be introduced, including Exchange Traded Funds, a type of investment fund that can be bought and sold on stock exchanges, sukuks (sharia-compliant financial instruments) and green bonds.

Ms Hana Tehelku, Director General of the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority signed the agreement at its offices in Addis Ababa. She said, “We are proud to collaborate with the African Development Bank’s Capital Markets Development Trust Fund on this vital project. This grant reflects our shared vision for a vibrant and resilient Ethiopian capital market. The support for ECMA’s infrastructure development and ESX’s capacity building and product diversification will be instrumental in attracting domestic and international investment, propelling Ethiopia’s economic growth, and expanding access to crucial long-term financing.

Mrs. Akane Zoukpo Sanankoua, African Development Bank Group Manager for Capital Markets Development signed for the Bank Group. She said, “The Ethiopia Capital Market Development Support Project’s broad objective is to contribute to the expansion of Ethiopia’s financial sector and economy by improving access to long-term financing for the public and private sector through capital markets.  It reinforces the Bank’s commitment to building resilient capital markets that can mobilize domestic and international long-term resources while unlocking new financial opportunities.” 

Mr. Sebastian Beyenburg, First Secretary at the Embassy of Luxembourg in Addis Ababa, also attended the ceremony, representing donors of the Capital Markets Development Trust Fund (CMDTF), a multi-donor trust fund managed by the African Development Bank.  

The CMDTF is funded by donors including the Ministry for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, the Ministry of Finance of Luxembourg and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency. It was established in 2019 to support deepening and diversification of African capital market institutions.

As of September 2025, CMDTF has an active portfolio of $6 million covering sixteen countries. The Ethiopia Capital Market Development Support Project is the first project outside West Africa to be supported by the Trust Fund, which is seeking to expand interventions into other regions.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

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African Development Bank Group
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African Development Bank Group
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About the African Development Bank Group:
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) is Africa’s premier development finance institution. It comprises three distinct entities: the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African Development Fund (ADF) and the Nigeria Trust Fund (NTF). On the ground in 34 African countries with an external office in Japan, the AfDB contributes to the economic development and the social progress of its 54 regional member states. For more information: www.AfDB.org  

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Ghana’s Ashanti Green Initiative Partners with African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 to Drive Mineral Industrialization

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The Ashanti Green Initiative – led by Oheneba Nana Kwaku Duah, Prince of the Ashanti Kingdom of Ghana – has joined the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) as a partner. The foundation’s participation underscores its commitment to strengthening cooperation between Ghana and global mining stakeholders in advancing Africa’s mineral industrialization agenda.

At AMW, the Ashanti Green Initiative will engage in high-level panel discussions, exclusive networking sessions and project showcases, with a particular focus on emerging opportunities within Ghana’s mining sector. The conference provides an ideal platform to highlight the critical role of artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM) in driving the growth of Ghana’s gold industry – Africa’s largest and the world’s sixth largest – and to showcase the foundation’s contribution to Ghana’s efforts to formalize and strengthen the ASM sector.

As organizers of the Mining in Motion Summit – Ghana’s premier ASM-focused platform that brings together artisanal miners, large-scale mining companies, policymakers and investors – the Ashanti Green Initiative has established itself as a key driver of Ghana’s gold sector modernization and resilience. The Mining in Motion Summit, held in Accra from June 2–4, 2025, convened over 600 stakeholders, including more than 50 companies across the mining value chain, as well as high-level dignitaries such as Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Ashanti Kingdom; John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana and ministers from across Africa. The gathering fostered best practices to advance Ghana’s gold production and accelerate ASM formalization.

At AMW 2025, the Ashanti Green Initiative is expected to further drive Ghana’s agenda to attract investment across the mining value chain. The event will feature strong representation from Ghana, including Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources; Typhoon Greenfield Development – Ghana’s first small-scale mining firm compliant with London Bullion Market Association standards – and gold producer Gold Fields. Dedicated Ghana-focused panel discussions at AMW will offer the foundation an opportunity to engage directly with global investors while showcasing Ghana’s vision for sustainable mining, economic growth and ASM expansion.

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Gauteng unveils bold plan to address infrastructure challenges

Source: Government of South Africa

In a move to confront infrastructure challenges within Gauteng, the provincial government is deploying a “multi-faceted and practical strategy” to fix failing infrastructure, root out construction mafia syndicates and deal with project mismanagement.

In a statement, the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) said the repair of failing infrastructure and the revitalisation of Central Business Districts is at the heart of a 13-point plan unveiled by Premier Panyaza Lesufi during the State of the Province Address in February.

“This strategy redefines infrastructure as a fundamental catalyst for sparking economic development, generating employment and transforming society,” the provincial government said.

The province also noted that Lesufi has consistently acknowledged the “severe state of disrepair in some of the province’s infrastructure, correctly identifying it as a detriment to economic growth”.

“The causes are complex and multifaceted, including historical inadequate maintenance, rampant vandalism by sophisticated syndicates, pressure from so-called ‘business forums’ (construction mafias), and significant project management failures.

“The provincial government is confronting these legacy challenges directly through a multi-faceted and practical strategy. This plan is focused on completing unfinished projects, securing existing assets. and ensuring the province’s infrastructure is sustainable for the future,” the provincial government explained.

Interventions already underway include the establishment of an Infrastructure War Room, aimed at managing risks and driving turnaround strategies for critical infrastructure projects, including “unlocking funding, with a specific focus on Public-Private Partnerships”.

“The Department of Infrastructure Development [DID] has also introduced the Infrastructure Delivery Platform (IDEP), a tool that will fast-track all distressed projects while significantly enhancing transparency and communication with client departments. 

“The department has also taken decisive action by terminating the contracts of non-compliant service providers. This includes compiling a list of these restricted suppliers for National Treasury to initiate an official blacklisting process, ensuring these poor performers are excluded from future work,” the provincial government said.

The Gauteng Infrastructure Financing Agency (GIFA) has also been centralised within the DID, while work is also underway to tackle construction mafia syndicates.

“GIFA has been tasked with revitalising and commercialising the government’s property precinct in the Johannesburg CBD. This innovative, results-oriented strategy aims to convert underutilised assets from liabilities into income-generating assets, stimulating economic growth, creating jobs, and generating revenue for the state.

“To combat construction mafia syndicates, the matter is being escalated to the Gauteng Essential Infrastructure Task Team. Led by SAPS, this multi-agency unit targets crimes like cable theft, vandalism, and illegal connections. 

“It comprises police, traffic officials, and experts from Eskom and Transnet who conduct intelligence-led operations to disrupt crimes and recover stolen materials,” the GPG said.

Additionally, Heads of Department will now be held accountable for unfinished projects and some youth employed within the Nasi Spani, will be deployed to maintain infrastructure.

“Premier Lesufi decided that the performance contracts for all Heads of Department would include a clause to reduce and eliminate unfinished infrastructure projects within their departments. He also stated that consequence management would be implemented for those responsible for any unfinished projects.

“The recently launched Nasi Ispani 2.0 initiative includes the Unemployed Youth Skills Development Initiative, which will enrol 2 810 unemployed youth for high-impact, hands-on training in critical trades like plumbing, electrical installation, construction, and plastering. 

“These are the very young people who will be deployed to finish and maintain the provincial infrastructure, reducing the government’s long-term dependence on external contractors,” the GPG said. – SAnews.gov.za

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Minister Tolashe advances the course to reduce fraud in grant system

Source: Government of South Africa

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe says she is confident that the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is making strides in improving efficiency, while intensifying efforts to root out fraud and corruption within the grant system.

In a statement released by the department, the Minister expressed the importance of the Beneficiary Biometric Enrollment in all SASSA offices as one of the flagship initiatives geared towards thwarting all the fraudulent elements in the social grants system. 

In addition to this, she said measures are in place to implement social grant reviews, which are intended to determine the eligibility of social grant beneficiaries and root out those who no longer qualify.

The Minister said the steadfast leadership has undoubtedly brought some sense of hope of relief in saving the government fiscus which is already under strain. 

She has lauded the agility of the entity’s CEO, Themba Matlou, and his executives in ensuring that the public is consistently informed about the changes in the grant system.

Matlou said they appreciate the agency’s leadership, noting that while others may not have recognised the Minister’s enormous contribution since the new administration, her arrival inspired executives to give their all in accelerating service delivery and advancing social protection for the vulnerable.

The Minister acknowledged that SASSA’s image has been tainted by fraud allegations. She reiterated that systems are in place to implement fraud prevention strategies.

“We are seeing the results in the audit outcomes, as well as the arrest of SASSA officials who committed fraud. Gauteng and the Eastern Cape have become the most recent cases which we are focusing on,” Tolashe said. 

Tolashe has ensured that SASSA fills critical posts across its regions. Six regions have permanent Regional Executive Managers (REMs) in contrast to the last administration when there were more acting than permanent officials in these roles.

Emphasising the capacity at SASSA offices, the Minister committed to ensure the capacitation of all offices in a quest to reduce long queues is underway.

“SASSA is working around the clock to finalise an organisational structure that will ensure that offices at the centre of service-delivery are fully capacitated to realise efficiency and uninterrupted services to the millions of SASSA clients,” the Minister said. 

Moreover, the Minister expressed that improved organisational efficiency will go a long way in improving customer experience for clients when they go to SASSA offices for services. – SAnews.gov.za 

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Madlanga Commission: Lt. General Mkhwanazi gives evidence

Source: Government of South Africa

Amidst grave allegations of a criminal syndicate corrupting the very heart of South Africa’s justice system and law enforcement, the Madlanga Commission will hold its first hearing in Tshwane today.

The commission, chaired by Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, is tasked with what President Cyril Ramaphosa has called a mission of national urgency: to uncover the truth within allegations of a web of corruption, political interference and intimidation.

Officially known as the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, the commission will hold its hearings in the main auditorium of the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College.

In a statement, commission spokesperson, Jeremy Michaels, said the hearings will start at 10am today and from 9.30am on Thursday onwards.

“People attending will be seated on a first-come, first-served basis. Another reason for early arrival is that strict access control measures will be in place, and no unauthorised entry will be permitted.

“Public access to the venue is via the entrance on Struben Street, between Lillian Ngoyi and Sisulu streets. Members of the public should note that parking at the justice college is very limited. It is therefore advisable to seek alternative parking,” Michaels said.

Search for truth

The establishment of the commission follows serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi about an alleged criminal syndicate that has spread influence into law enforcement, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and intelligence services.

The KZN commissioner also made allegations against the Police Minister Senzo Mchunu – alleging that he colluded with criminal elements to disband the Political Killings Task Team based in that province.

“[Since establishment], the commission’s evidence leaders and investigators have been in consultation with witnesses and following up on information within the commission’s terms of reference. 

“We can confirm that the consultation [with the first witness]… was with Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi, whom the commission intends to call as its first witness,” Michaels told a media briefing last week.

The commission’s evidence leader, Advocate Matthew Chaskalson SC, told the same media briefing that some witnesses may not give evidence in public for their own safety.

“While we are committed to transparency, we have to prioritise the protection of human life at all costs. Unless we can make evidence available in a form that’s not going to put human life at risk, we can’t do that. 

“So, this is not [to] analogise [the] situation faced by the Zondo Commission. We sit in a much more extreme situation, and our first commitment must always be to the protection of human life,” Chaskalson said.

Safeguarding the nation

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the commission during a Sunday evening national address in July after Mkhwanazi’s own media briefing detailing his allegations.

At the time, the President noted that the provincial commissioner’s allegations “raise serious concerns around the Constitution, the rule of law and national security”.

“These allegations, if proven true, threaten to undermine the confidence of South Africans in the ability of the South African Police Service to protect them and to effectively fight crime and corruption.

“As we intensify the fight against crime, it is vital that we safeguard the integrity and credibility of the police and other law enforcement agencies.

“These allegations therefore call for an urgent and comprehensive investigation,” the President said.

He set out the parameters of the commission’s work which includes investigating: 

  • The facilitation of organised crime
  • Suppression or manipulation of investigations
  • Inducement into criminal actions by law enforcement leadership
  • The commission of any other criminal offences and intimidation, victimisation or targeted removal of whistleblowers or officials resisting criminal influence

“The commission will investigate the role of current or former senior officials in certain institutions who may have aided or abetted the alleged criminal activity; failed to act on credible intelligence or internal warnings; or benefited financially or politically from a syndicate’s operations.

“These institutions are the South African Police Service, National Prosecuting Authority, State Security Agency, the Judiciary and Magistracy, and the metropolitan police departments of Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane,” he said.

The commission will also probe whether any “members of the National Executive responsible for the criminal justice system, were complicit, aided and abetted, or participated in the acts mentioned above”.

Swift action

President Ramaphosa explained that the Madlanga Commission has the power to “refer matters for immediate criminal investigation and urgent decisions on prosecution” with interim reports expected after three and six months.

“It is critical that these matters be attended to with the necessary urgency and thoroughness.

“The commission is expected to complete its work and submit a final report to the President. The final report of the commission will [also] be sent to the Speaker of the National Assembly and the Chief Justice,” he said.

The President assured that the work of law enforcement agencies will continue unabated as the commission “undertakes its work”.

“I call on all members of our law enforcement agencies and security services to remain steadfast in upholding the rule of law and adhering to their code of conduct.

“I call on all South Africans to support the commission in its work and, where appropriate, to provide any information or assistance the commission may require.

“In establishing this Commission of Inquiry, we are affirming our commitment to the rule of law, to transparency and accountability, and to building a South Africa in which all people are safe and secure,” President Ramaphosa concluded. – SAnews.gov.za

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Uganda Chamber of Energy and Mines Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Confirms African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 Participation

Source: APO


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Humphrey Asiimwe, CEO of the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Mines, has been confirmed as a speaker at the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) – Africa’s premier gathering for mining stakeholders – taking place from October 1-3, 2025, in Cape Town.

Asiimwe will feature on the Africa’s Mineral Future: A Roadmap Toward Sustainable Growth and Value Creation panel, showcasing best practices to leverage mining to drive revenue generation, employment creation and industrialization in mineral-rich countries like Uganda.

His participation comes at a pivotal time for Uganda, as the country intensifies cooperation with global private and public sector parties to unlock its mineral potential. In July 2025, Uganda signed a strategic agreement with the UK to boost cooperation across its mining value chain. The UK committed to help Uganda attract both public and private investments as part of the agreement. Additionally, on June 18, Uganda partnered with the Geological Survey of Slovenia on a five-year project to assess mineral potential across 11 targets. Other initiatives supported by the European Union’s Pan-African Geological Surveys and the German Corporation for International Cooperation aim to strengthen Uganda’s seismic and geological survey capabilities – key to de-risking the sector and enhancing investor confidence.

Uganda also reached a milestone in March 2025 by signing its first-ever Mineral Production Sharing Agreement, paving the way for the redevelopment of the Kilembe Copper Mine. Local companies Sarrai Group Limited and Nile Fibreboard Limited are spearheading the project, expected to boost mineral output, generate revenue and create jobs.

At AMW, Asiimwe is anticipated to shed light on these milestones and outline the Chamber’s collaboration with the Ugandan government to deepen private sector engagement, promote local content and position the East African country as a competitive player in the global mining industry.

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