Australian Investors Target Egypt’s Mining Sector Amid Reform Drive

By Bradley Riviera 

Growing Investment Interest

Australian mining and strategic advisory firm Hunter & Co. has signalled intent to invest in Egypt’s mining industry, citing recent reforms and investment incentives introduced by the country’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources to attract foreign capital.

Reform Landscape

Egypt has been actively updating its mineral investment regime with attractive terms and a clearer legal framework aimed at improving investor confidence. These reforms are part of a broader strategy to diversify the economy and unlock the potential of untapped mineral reserves.

Potential Opportunities

Areas of interest include:

• Base and precious metals exploration
• Industrial minerals
• Mining-related services and infrastructure
• Strategic Takeaway

Increased foreign participation from firms like Hunter & Co underscores Egypt’s emerging role as a mining investment destination — offering African exporters and service providers opportunities to partner in exploration, mining services, and value addition.