Cape Town: As Africa leverages coal to drive industrialization and support sustainable development, African Mining Week (AMW), the continent's premier platform for mining stakeholders, will highlight investment opportunities within the coal sector. Scheduled for October 1-3, 2025, in Cape Town, the event will unite project developers, investors, policymakers, and technology providers to advance coal-focused deals and partnerships.
According to African Press Organization, a dedicated panel discussion, "Coal's Indispensable Role: Powering Africa's Downstream Processing and Manufacturing Boom," will explore how coal contributes to energy security, economic growth, and job creation across the continent.
Coal remains a critical driver of energy security in Africa. The continent is expected to increase coal use by 6 million tons to 191 million tons per annum by 2027 under efforts to enhance the resilience of the electricity network, according to the International Energy Agency. In South Africa, Africa's largest producer and the world's sixth, the coal sector has been crucial in addressing load shedding, with a 7% increase in coal use in 2023 and 2024 strengthening the grid.
On the global stage, African coal also plays an important role, accounting for over 3.5% of the world's total production, with producers such as Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana kickstarting new projects and optimizing existing assets. South Africa exports 28% of its coal production and ranks as the world's fourth-largest coal exporting market.
African Mining Week serves as a premier platform for exploring the full spectrum of mining opportunities across Africa. The event is held alongside the African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies 2025 conference from October 1-3 in Cape Town. Sponsors, exhibitors, and delegates can learn more by contacting [email protected].
