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The Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) is pleased to host a breakfast discussion on Responsible Mining in Africa: Expectations, Opportunities, and Safeguards in an Era of Critical Minerals Demand.
Specifically, panelists will share their insights on:
- How global companies can operate responsibly in Africa while creating positive impact for local stakeholders.
- How the demand for critical minerals is shaping expectations for responsible practices and investment opportunities in Africa.
- Safeguards needed to ensure growth benefits impacted stakeholders and protects the environment.
The session will conclude with a Q&A segment, providing a valuable opportunity to engage with a broad range of stakeholders.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Lisa Fleckenstein, Project Coordinator for Sustainable Supply Chains, Human Rights and Raw Materials at Mercedes-Benz
- Maria Ramos, Co-Lead, Natural Resource Justice Global Program at Oxfam America
- Mathilde Jean, Head of Civil Society Organisations at Eramet
- Pam Segakweng, Chairperson of Bakwena ba Mogopa Community Development Foundation
- Robert Lewenson, Head of Responsible Investment at Old Mutual Investment Group
- Shane Choshane, Program Officer at CNV Internationaal