The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources is organizing the fifth edition of the Mining Forum, which kicked off on September 28, 2026, in Cairo. The event is being held under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and has attracted a large number of global mining companies and investors. The forum aims to promote Egypt's mining sector and encourage investment in the country's rich mineral resources.
The forum features a keynote speech by Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Karim Badawi, as well as addresses by top executives from major global mining companies and organizations. The event provides a platform for showcasing Egypt's mining opportunities and promoting the country's vast mineral wealth. Egypt's mining sector has gained significant attention from global companies, with many expressing interest in exploring and investing in the country's mineral resources.
On the second day of the forum, a roundtable discussion will be held, chaired by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, with senior executives from major mining companies to discuss investment opportunities in the sector. The discussion aims to foster partnerships with investors, facilitate coordination among relevant authorities, and attract necessary investments to maximize the utilization of Egypt's mineral resources.
The forum will also witness the announcement of the results of the first mineral exploration tender, which was launched by the Egyptian Mineral Resources and Metallurgical Industries Authority in June 2026. The tender was offered on an open-sector basis for the exploration of gold, phosphate, talc, and kaolin. The move is part of the government's efforts to develop the mining sector and simplify procedures for awarding mining concessions to investors.
Ahead of the forum, Minister Badawi held a high-level roundtable discussion with the African Mineral Strategy Group (AMSG), which brought together African mining ministers, industry leaders, and investors. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation and partnerships between governments and investors to ensure optimal utilization of Africa's mineral resources and accelerate growth in the mining sector.
Discussions at the forum will focus on developing the mining sector, from exploration and research to production and exploitation of mineral resources. The sector is seen as increasingly important for African economies, driving growth, attracting investment, and enhancing value-added industries linked to mineral resources.
The Egyptian government is working to create an attractive investment environment for the mining sector, allowing global, regional, and local companies to expand their investments in the country and benefit from international best practices in developing and exploiting mineral resources.
Key points
- The forum brings together global mining companies and investors to explore opportunities in Egypt's mining sector.
- The event features a keynote speech by Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Karim Badawi and addresses by top executives from major global mining companies.
- The forum will announce the results of the first mineral exploration tender, launched in June 2026.
