President Hichilema to Deliver Keynote Address at…

President Hakainde Hichilema is expected to attend and deliver a keynote address at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026, scheduled to take place from February 9 to 12 in Cape Town, South Africa. In a statement, Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Rodney Sikumba said the President’s participation highlights Government’s commitment to positioning the mining sector as a key driver of economic growth, industrialisation and sustainable development. Mr Sikumba said the President will be accompanied by Minister of Mines and Minerals Development Paul Kabuswe, along with other senior government officials.

According to the Acting Foreign Affairs Minister, these reforms have contributed to increased investor confidence in Zambia’s policy environment, governance standards and commitment to predictable, rules-based engagement. Mr Sikumba added that Zambia’s participation in the Country Showcase Sessions will align with global discussions on critical minerals, resilient supply chains and sustainable resource governance. The sessions will also provide a platform to present Zambia’s mining policies, reforms and investment opportunities to international investors and industry leaders. He further disclosed that on the sidelines of the conference, President Hichilema is expected to hold bilateral meetings with mining companies, institutional investors, development partners and fellow Heads of State as part of efforts to attract investment into the mining sector.