CAPE TOWN, South Africa, July 2, 2026/APO Group/ –Eddy Kioni, CEO of Buenassa – the DRC’s first integrated metals trading company specializing in the supply of domestically beneficiated minerals – has confirmed his participation as a speaker at African Mining Week (AMW) 2026, taking place from October 14–16 in Cape Town.

Kioni will participate in the panel discussion Realigning National and International Goals to Advance Global Investment in Africa’s Value Chain, where industry leaders will examine strategies for mobilizing investment to strengthen Africa’s mining sector and accelerate value addition.

His participation comes as Buenassa advances its multi-phase copper and cobalt hydrometallurgical refinery in Lualaba Province, supporting the DRC’s strategy to maximize value from its critical minerals through domestic processing and the export of value-added products. Scheduled to begin operations by 2028, the facility is designed to produce up to 120,000 metric tons of high-grade copper cathodes and 20,000 metric tons of cobalt sulphate annually at full capacity.

Strategic partnerships with the DRC government and the UAE’s AHQ Group to accelerate the refinery project underscore Buenassa’s collaborative approach to mobilizing the capital, technical expertise and strategic partnerships needed to expand the DRC’s mineral beneficiation industry.

Beyond refining, Buenassa is pursuing an ambitious growth strategy across the mining value chain. In February 2026, the company submitted a $1.5 billion acquisition proposal for copper and cobalt producer Chemaf, a transaction that would significantly expand Buenassa’s upstream mining portfolio while strengthening integration across exploration, production, processing and international metals trading.

Serving as Africa’s Most Influential Mining Conference, AMW 2026 brings together governments, mining companies and investors, offering Kioni an opportunity to showcase Buenassa’s integrated investment model, share updates on the company’s flagship refinery development and engage with prospective partners.

LUANDA, Angola, July 1, 2026/APO Group/ –As Angola advances a new phase of oil and gas growth, demand is increasing for the infrastructure and equipment that keep large-scale hydrocarbon projects operating safely and efficiently. From upstream production and gas processing to refining and storage, flow control systems play a central role in maintaining operational integrity, minimizing downtime and supporting long-term asset performance. In this environment, specialized engineering companies such as Cornerstone Valve are becoming increasingly important partners in Angola’s expanding oil and gas market.

Cornerstone Valve has joined the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) Conference & Exhibition 2026 as an Associate Sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to supporting Angola’s fast-growing oil and gas sector. The event takes place on September 9–10 in Luanda, with a pre-conference day scheduled for September 8, bringing together regulators, operators, service providers and investors to drive partnerships and investment across the industry.

Cornerstone Valve specializes in valve automation, actuation and flow control solutions, providing products and services that support complex industrial operations across the oil and gas value chain. The company’s portfolio includes automated valve packages, control systems and engineered solutions designed to enhance safety, improve system efficiency and optimize asset reliability in demanding operating environments.

The company’s participation at AOG 2026 comes at a pivotal time for Angola’s oil and gas sector. The country is pursuing an ambitious strategy to sustain crude production above one million barrels per day while expanding natural gas monetization and downstream capacity. Major upstream developments, including deepwater projects, brownfield optimization campaigns and frontier exploration, are creating new opportunities for technology providers capable of supporting high-performance operations.

As Angola’s premier oil and gas event, AOG 2026 serves as a strategic platform for companies to engage with decision-makers, showcase solutions and strengthen commercial partnerships. Cornerstone Valve’s sponsorship underscores the growing role of engineering and technology providers in supporting Angola’s next phase of oil and gas development.

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, July 1, 2026/APO Group/ –African Mining Week (AMW) 2026 – Africa’s Most Influential Mining Conference, taking place October 14–16 in Cape Town – will feature the African National Mining Companies Forum, bringing together state-owned mining enterprises, government leaders and global investors to examine the expanding role of national mining companies in shaping the continent’s next phase of mineral development.

 

As competition for critical minerals intensifies, African governments are increasingly positioning national mining companies at the center of investment strategies. Rather than serving solely as state shareholders, national mining companies are increasingly leading project development, securing investment and supporting domestic mineral processing.

The shift comes as Africa seeks to unlock an estimated $8.5 trillion in untapped mineral resources, including around 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves. While the continent remains one of the world’s largest suppliers of raw minerals, governments are increasingly leveraging national mining companies to attract investment while expanding domestic processing, strengthening supply chains and supporting mining-led industrialization.

In West Africa, Liberia is advancing plans to establish a National Mining Company to unlock its iron ore and critical minerals potential, with an estimated 80% of the country’s geology still underexplored. Guinea has established the Nimba Mining Company as part of its broader Simandou 2040 strategy to maximize value from the country’s iron ore and bauxite resources, while Mali has strengthened the role of the Société de Patrimoine Minier du Mali in supporting development across its gold and lithium industries.

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In East Africa, Uganda recently established the Uganda National Mining Company, which will hold equity stakes of up to 15% in industrial mining projects as the country develops its rare earth, graphite and gold sectors. Meanwhile, the DRC continues to expand the role of state-backed entities including Entreprise Générale du Cobalt and Gécamines as it seeks to capture greater value from one of the world’s richest critical minerals endowments.

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In Southern Africa, Zambia is leveraging ZCCM Investments Holdings to attract strategic investment as it targets copper production of three million tons annually by 2031. Zimbabwe is similarly using Kuvimba Mining House to accelerate development across its gold, lithium and nickel assets while advancing national beneficiation objectives.

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The African National Mining Companies Forum at AMW 2026 will provide a platform for investors to engage directly with the institutions increasingly shaping mining policy and project development across the continent. Discussions will explore how national mining companies can structure investment partnerships, mobilize capital, strengthen regional cooperation and accelerate value addition across Africa’s mining sector.