Africa Finance Corporation to Spotlight Mining Investments at African Mining Week 2025

The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), a leading pan-African multilateral development finance institution, is set to play a prominent role at African Mining Week 2025. With over $14 billion mobilized for infrastructure and industrial development, AFC is increasingly focusing on mining as a strategic sector for economic transformation.

At the upcoming conference, AFC will showcase its portfolio of mining-related investments, including the Kamoa-Kakula copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Lobito Rail Corridor—a critical logistics project linking mineral-rich regions to export terminals. These initiatives reflect AFC’s commitment to building integrated value chains that support beneficiation, local content, and regional trade.

Panel discussions will feature AFC executives and industry leaders exploring innovative financing models for mining projects, particularly those that prioritize environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance. AFC’s involvement is expected to catalyze new partnerships and unlock capital for projects in Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Botswana, and South Africa.

The Corporation’s strategic focus on minerals essential to the energy transition—such as copper, lithium, and cobalt—aligns with global trends and positions Africa as a key supplier in the shift toward green technologies.