"A unified framework that transforms livelihoods, strengthens governance, and ensures no miner is left behind." — Engr. Clever Sithole, AGJEC/AMDC Committee Chairperson (Zimbabwe) #ASMStrategy #BookSprint

"An African strategy that recognizes ASM as a legitimate economic sector — jobs, value chains, inclusive development." — Bhekumuzi Dean Bhebhe, Director, ACL #ASMStrategy #BookSprint

Strong institutions require strong standards. A harmonised approach to classifying, reporting, and managing mineral and energy resources is essential for transparency & responsible resource development across Africa. Read more about AMREC-PARC here: au.int/ar/node/44206 #AMDC #AfricanUnion #AMRECPARC

Artisanal and Small Scale Mining supports millions of livelihoods across Africa. The ASM Continental Strategy provides a shared vision to strengthen the sector through collaboration, responsible practices, and sustainable growth. #ASMStrategy #BookSprint

A stronger continental reporting framework can help Africa turn its mineral wealth into transparent, credible, and sustainable growth. The AMREC-PARC Code can support African countries to improve transparency, strengthen investor confidence, and create a more attractive environment for responsible investment. #AMDC #AMRECPARC #ResourceGovernance #AfricaMining #Transparency #SustainableGrowth

Strong, credible resource reporting is central to Africa’s mineral development agenda. The P-ARC Assessment Committee represents an important step toward harmonising reporting standards, strengthening the pool of Competent Persons, and building investor confidence in Africa’s mineral and energy resources. #AMDC #AMRECPARC #AfricanMinerals #ResourceReporting #AfricaMining #SustainableDevelopment

“PARC is a critical tool for advancing the African Mining Vision and Agenda 2063 by building a transparent, inclusive and sustainable resource sector that truly benefits Africa’s people.” — Ron Osman Omar Director, IMET, African Union At the heart of this work is AMREC: the African Mineral and Energy Resources Classification and Management System. AMREC gives Africa a continental system for classifying and managing mineral and energy resources, aligned with the Africa Mining Vision, Agenda 2063 and the SDGs. #AMDC #AMREC #PARC #AfricaMiningVision #Agenda2063 #MineralGovernance #AfricanUnion

The workshop on the constitution of the Pan African Resource Reporting Code (PARC) Assessment Committee has officially commenced in Nairobi, Kenya. AMREC-PARC provides Africa with a common, credible framework for classifying, managing and publicly reporting mineral and energy resources. It strengthens transparency, improves professional competency, and helps align resource reporting with the Africa Mining Vision, Agenda 2063 and sustainable development priorities. #AMDC #AMREC #PARC #AfricaMiningVision #MineralGovernance #Agenda2063

This week in Pretoria, South Africa, experts from across Africa and Europe are gathering for the PanAfGeo+ National AMREC/PARC – UNFC Workshop to strengthen collaboration on harmonised mineral resource governance, reporting standards, and implementation pathways aligned with the Africa Mining Vision and Agenda 2063. Representing the African Minerals Development Centre is the officer in charge; Tunde Arisekola FNMGS, who is contributing to discussions on AMV implementations tools. #AMDC #PanAfGeo #AfricaMiningVision #UNFC #AMREC #MineralResources #Geoscience #AfricaEU #Agenda2063 #SustainableMining

We have now concluded the Validation and Advocacy Workhop on the Sustainable Management of Mineral Resources in Nigeria. Stakeholders have successfully validated a the roadmap for Nigeria’s mining sector that aligns national policy with the Africa Mining Vision. The African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) in collaboration with Agence Française de Développement through Expertise France, brought together government representatives, private sector leaders, and civil society to address critical gaps in governance and sustainability. The discussions emphasized that for Nigeria to transition from a mining-centric to an industrialized economy, it must prioritize independent regulatory frameworks, enhanced agency capacity, and the integration of local professionals into global certification standards. The Advocacy Workshop served as a platform for multi-stakeholder dialogue, focusing on the policy implications of Nigeria's mining evaluation and the necessity of equitable resource distribution. A major takeaway was the pivotal role of civil society organizations (CSOs), which act as a bridge between the government and local communities to ensure transparency and the fulfillment of Community Development Agreements. Participants advocated for moving beyond a reliance on artisanal mining toward scaled-up, small-scale operations that can better attract the significant capital investment needed to drive national growth. To unlock the sector's full potential, the workshop highlighted the urgent need for data integrity and standardized reporting to meet international investor expectations. By addressing financing hurdles—such as the high-risk perception of emerging markets—and strengthening partnerships with security agencies to curb illegal activities, Nigeria is positioning its mineral wealth as a cornerstone of sustainable development. The finalized roadmap provides a clear path for integrating these findings into national planning, ensuring that the country's vast resources contribute to long-term structural transformation. #AMDC #AMDCMedia #NigeriaMining #AfricaMiningVision #SustainableDevelopment #MiningGovernance #AMDC #ExpertiseFrance #EconomicTransformation

#HappeningNow The Validation and Advocacy Workshop is currently underway at the Rockview Royale Hotel to align Nigeria’s mineral management with the Africa Mining Vision (AMV). This AMDC-led framework seeks to shift the continent from basic resource extraction to a model of high local value addition and sustainable development. As Tunde Arisekola shared regarding this milestone: "This assessment is geared toward transforming our mineral wealth into a catalyst for positive structural change. By aligning national policies with the Africa Mining Vision, we are moving toward a future of high local value addition and ensuring our resources drive sustainable development for all." 🎯 Key Objectives Validate Findings: Reviewing the national evaluation of Nigeria's mining sector. Policy Reform: Identifying gaps to better align local policies with the AfCFTA. Strategic Roadmap: Building a consensus for integrating these sustainable practices into national planning. This initiative, led by the AMDC in collaboration with Expertise France, is a vital step toward ensuring Nigeria’s resources benefit its people. #AMDC #AMDCMedia #AMV #ValueAddition

"The PanAfGeo+ project is a cornerstone of Africa-EU geoscientific cooperation, providing the technical foundation to turn our mineral wealth into sustainable growth." — Tunde Arisekola FNMGS, Acting Head of the AMDC. On the sidelines of the Mining Indaba 2026, we celebrated a landmark moment for the PanAfGeo+ Partnership at the Cresta Grande Hotel in Cape Town. This gathering marked the transition into an ambitious new phase (2025–2029) of this flagship Africa-EU initiative. This project strengthens institutional ties between the African Union and the European Union by enhancing the scientific capacities of African Geological Surveys. By focusing on sustainable resource governance, it ensures that geoscientific data directly supports the Africa Mining Vision and inclusive socio-economic development. Since 2016, PanAfGeo has trained over 1,750 geoscientists across 54 African countries. The new phase will continue to empower local experts in geoscientific mapping, the formalization of artisanal and small-scale mining, and sound mineral resource management. The celebration brought together dedicated leaders including: Dr. Julie Hollis, Secretary General of European Geological Surveys Tunde Arisekola FNMGS, Acting Head of the AMDC Myriam Ferran, Deputy Director General of DG INTPA Jean Claude Guillaneau, PanAfGeo+ Project Coordinator #PanAfGeo #MiningIndaba2026 #AMDC #AfricaEU #Geosciences #CapacityBuilding

"The green energy transition is a defining moment for Africa’s industrial sovereignty." — Tunde Arisekola FNMGS, Acting Head, AMDC. Tomorrow at #MiningIndaba2026: 🕒 13:00: Revamping the AMV Private Sector Compact 🕒 16:15: (New Time!) AGMS & Just Transition Join us at Serengety Stage to move from dialogue to implementation with our partners! 🌍 #AMDC #AMDCMedia #GreenMinerals #AMV

Day 1 at #MiningIndaba2026! We started strong with high-level dialogues on Africa's strategic priorities. Tomorrow, we move to implementation! Join us at the Serengety Stage from 13:00 to revamp the AMV Private Sector Compact and drive the Africa Green Minerals Strategy. Stay tuned! 🌍

Today at the LEAD Programme, our sessions followed a powerful trajectory, moving from high-level continental strategy to the practical mechanics of resource management. The day began with Dr. Marit Y. Kitaw, Ph.D., who provided a critical reflection on current policy initiatives in Africa, challenging the cohort to bridge the gap between policy and real-world impact. This set the stage for Theophilus Boadu Adoko, who deepened the discussion by highlighting the leadership successes and hurdles within these frameworks. Building on these strategic foundations, Meque Mecktilder Mchomvu then unpacked the complexities of value creation and capital distribution across the mineral value chain. The afternoon transitioned into technical implementation, led by Mkhululi N Ncube and Ocitti Bob Felix, who demonstrated the transformative potential of the AMREC-PARC system. Mohamed STEVENS concluded the presentations by illustrating how this comprehensive classification system aligns Africa’s resources with global sustainability standards. This specific sequence embodies the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) mandate. By linking Dr. Kitaw’s policy reflections with the technical tools like AMREC showcased by the team, the AMDC is ensuring that the next generation of leaders can effectively implement the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) and turn mineral wealth into a sustainable engine for inclusive growth. #LEAD2026 #AMDC #AfricaMiningVision #SustainableMining #AMREC #Leadership #UCT #UCTLead #AMDCMedia

Today at the LEAD Programme, Dr. @maritkitaw, Former Interim Director of the AMDC, led a reflection on African mining initiatives. Drawing on her expertise, she highlighted the leadership successes and challenges in meeting continental development goals, emphasizing that strong policy must be matched by even stronger implementation. This session perfectly bridges the gap between theory and the AMDC’s mandate to champion the Africa Mining Vision (AMV). By empowering young leaders to critically evaluate current frameworks, we ensure that mineral wealth drives inclusive growth rather than just extraction. Dr. Kitaw’s insights serve as a powerful call to action for the next generation to lead the sector toward a more equitable and sustainable future. #LEAD2026 #AMDC #AMDCMedia #AfricaMiningVision #SustainableMining #DrMaritKitaw #UCT #UCTLead

Today at the LEAD Programme in Cape Town, the energy was high as we walked through the tangible environmental and social impacts of mining, exploring how shifting continental dynamics are reshaping the industry. The day’s discussions were enriched by Dr. Cledwyn Mangunda, Jennifer Broadhurst, and Prof. Hanri Mostert who set the stage for a practical look at the challenges and legacies of extraction in Southern Africa. The session shone a critical lens on legacy labor and safety issues that continue to influence the sector today These real-world challenges show the urgent need for the session led by Prof. Richard Calland and Mr. Ncedo Mngqibisa, which focused on the vital shift from shareholder capital to stakeholder capital, emphasizing that every voice—including the "Right to Say No"—is a cornerstone of modern mining. This training aligns with the African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) mandate to champion the Africa Mining Vision (AMV), ensuring that mineral resources drive inclusive growth rather than just extraction. Through this alignment, the AMDC is actively building the human capacity and strategic partnerships necessary to manage complex value chains and catalyze sustainable development across Africa. As we move forward, these young leaders are being equipped to transform the sector into a transparent, equitable, and sustainable engine for the continent’s future. Watch out for tomorrows session with Mkhululi N Ncube, Mohamed STEVENS Ocitti Bob Felix, and Theophilus Boadu Adoko #LEAD2026 #AMDC #AfricaMiningVision #SustainableMining #Leadership #UCT #MiningIndaba

We’re at the University of Capetown #UCT LEAD Programme in Cape Town, empowering the next generation of extractive leaders! We are diving into sustainable resource management and showcasing how the AMREC-PARC system acts as a game-changer for African mineral development. By championing the Africa Mining Vision, the AMDC ensures mineral wealth catalyzes inclusive growth and sustainable development. Through LEAD, we are building the strategic partnerships and capacity needed to transform Africa’s future. #LEAD2026 #AMDC #AMDCMedia #AfricaMiningVision #SustainableDevelopment #MiningIndaba #UCT

We are proud to launch the South Africa AMGF Assessment Report! 🇿🇦📄 Produced with Expertise France & the Dept. of Mineral & Petroleum Resources, this report benchmarks SA against the Africa Mining Vision. From ASM support to Fiscal Regimes, it serves as a foundational roadmap for a transparent, inclusive mining sector. #AMDC #AMGF #SouthAfrica #MiningReport