Sustainability in the African mining sector – critical considerations for investors

In this episode, Bowmans’ partner Charles Douglas discusses the complex intersection of sustainability, geopolitics, and the future of African mining with partners Christina Nduba-Banja, Claire Tucker and Wandisile Mandlana. From the shifting influences of global powers like the US and the EU to Africa’s immense critical mineral reserves, the conversation highlights some of the opportunities and challenges facing the industry. These include Africa’s role in the decarbonisation drive, the importance of shared prosperity and the community factors that are critical for the mining industry’s future.