FMBcapital Holdings Plc Participates in Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026

FMBcapital Holdings Plc, which operates as First Capital Bank in Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe, took part in the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 held from 9 to 12 February 2026 in Cape Town. The annual event is regarded as Africa’s largest mining investment conference and serves as a key platform for engagement among mining companies, investors, governments, international organisations and technology providers across the continent.

This year’s theme, “Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships”, underscored the importance of collaboration between industry players, governments, communities and investors in driving sustainable growth within the mining sector. Discussions focused on strengthening partnerships, advancing innovation and unlocking new investment opportunities in Southern Africa and beyond.

Group Managing Director Jaco Viljoen said the Bank views Indaba as a strategic platform to deepen relationships across the mining value chain. He noted that the Group is committed to supporting the mining industry in all five markets where it operates, with particular emphasis on Malawi as its home market. According to Viljoen, the Bank has been providing transactional banking services, financing solutions and working capital facilities to mining companies, with a long-term objective of building sustainable partnerships within the sector.

Reflecting on the 2026 edition, Viljoen observed a marked increase in activity and engagement compared to the previous year. He highlighted the Bank’s participation alongside the Government of Malawi at the Malawi Pavilion, adding that growing international interest in Malawi could translate into tangible investment and business opportunities.

The Group exhibited at the Malawi Pavilion with representatives from its operations in Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe, showcasing its regional footprint and capacity to deliver cross-border financial solutions tailored to the mining industry.

Mozambique was represented by Krishnah Rameschandra, Director of Business Banking and Retail, who said participation in Mining Indaba 2026 reinforced First Capital Bank’s commitment to supporting the mining sector in Mozambique. He emphasised the Bank’s ability to provide customised financial solutions not only to large-scale mining operations but also to suppliers and partners across the value chain.

First Capital Bank reiterated its commitment to advancing sustainable development within the regional mining industry by offering innovative and market-specific financial solutions across its operating countries.

About First Capital Bank Moçambique

First Capital Bank Moçambique is part of FMBcapital Holdings Plc, which operates across five Southern African Development Community (SADC) markets: Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The Bank commenced operations in Mozambique in July 2013 after acquiring a banking licence from ICB. Initially trading as Capital Bank, it was rebranded to First Capital Bank in 2019. The institution primarily serves corporate and commercial clients, offering a broad range of personalised banking services and financial solutions tailored to customer needs.

With assets exceeding US$280 million and a workforce of more than 200 employees, the Bank is headquartered in Maputo and maintains branches in Maputo, Beira and Nampula.

About FMBcapital Holdings

Headquartered in Mauritius, FMBcapital Holdings Plc provides banking and financial solutions through its subsidiaries in Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe, supported by an Information Technology and Operations Shared Services Centre in Mauritius. The Group has a total asset base of over US$1.5 billion, employs more than 2,000 staff and serves customers across Africa.