SAIIA, together with the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) have launched a policy insight paper exploring the pivotal role of Africa’s mineral wealth in shaping the continent’s economic and geopolitical futures. Despite its immense potential, Africa faces significant challenges in integrating these resources into sustainable and inclusive economies. The African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) is at the forefront of this transformation yet it encounters complex obstacles that hinder the effective implementation of the African Mining Vision.
This paper develops a strategic foresight framework and integrates ideas of how to build anticipatory governance to tackle these pressing issues. Our findings emphasise the urgency of ratifying AMDC statutes, which are essential for aligning mineral governance with broader socioeconomic goals while addressing emerging transnational mining risks through coordinated regional responses.
Ratification is not just a procedural step; it signifies the commitment of AU Member States to responsible resource governance. The research highlights the necessity of overcoming policy inertia and fostering transparency and accountability through strategic foresight. Without ratification, national strategies risk becoming disconnected from the continent’s overarching socioeconomic aspirations.
We delved into these vital issues and explored pathways toward a more sustainable and equitable mining sector in Africa.
Speakers
- Dr Marit Y. Kitaw, Interim Director of the African Minerals Development Centre
- Mr Mkhululi N. Ncube, Programme Management Officer of the African Minerals Development Centre
- Mr Evans Rubara, Director and Principal Researcher at Africa Transcribe
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