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DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Forum returns in 2027: Dates to be announcedWhy join the Webinar Series?

The DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Webinar Series launches on 23 September 2026, bringing together the
decision-makers driving the country's critical minerals and industrialisation agenda.

Join the first webinar on 23 September 2026 to:

  • Hear directly from the leaders shaping critical minerals policy, investment and industrialisation.
  • Discover emerging projects and commercial opportunities across the DRC.
  • Gain insights into beneficiation, local manufacturing and value addition.
  • Understand the financing, energy, infrastructure and logistics required to accelerate growth.
  • Connect with organisations across the critical minerals value chain.
  • Position your organisation ahead of the return of the DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Forum in 2027.

Be part of the conversations shaping the DRC’s next phase of industrial growth.

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What is DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation ForumShaping the Future of DRC's Industrialisation

Co-located with the DRC–Africa Battery Metals Forum, the DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Forum is a senior, execution-focused platform advancing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s shift from mineral extraction to fully integrated industrial value chains.

As global demand for critical minerals continues to grow, the forum addresses the policy, investment and infrastructure requirements needed to enable in-country processing, beneficiation and downstream manufacturing in the DRC.

By convening mining companies, refiners, downstream manufacturers, investors, EPCs, infrastructure providers and government, the forum enables practical engagement, partnership development and project progression across the critical minerals ecosystem.

The co-located format brings complementary audiences together in one location, allowing stakeholders to align strategy, capital and execution in support of long-term industrial development.

  • A comprehensive industrial platform: Bringing together stakeholders across the critical minerals ecosystem to enable strategic alignment, partnership development and execution-focused dialogue.
  • A clear industrial focus: Advancing industrialisation, localisation and beneficiation by supporting the DRC’s transition from mineral extraction to integrated industrial value chains
  • Long-term, sustainable impact: Promoting value addition, skills development and responsible industrial growth that delivers lasting socio-economic benefits for the DRC and the region.

Our Partners

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Deal Room

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The Deal Room is a dedicated, structured space for high-value bilateral negotiations between project developers and investors, government and private sector, operators and financiers.

B2B Matchmaking

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The B2B Meetings programme gives every delegate a pre-loaded agenda of private, structured 1-on-1 meetings with ministers, executives, investors and procurement decision-makers.

CEO Roundtable

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The CEO Roundtable is an exclusive, invitation-only forum reserved for CEOs and senior executives of mining companies operating in or investing in the DRC.

2-Day Conference

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Two full days of high-level plenaries, sector-specific sessions, project showcases, investment roundtables and keynote addresses that translate directly into commercial and policy decisions.

Exhibition

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The largest curated exhibition of critical minerals industrialisation solutions in the DRC and Central Africa, connecting buyers with leading technology, equipment and service providers.

Who attends DRC-Critical Minerals and Industrilisation Forum

Energy, Power Utilities & IPPs

Why They Come

DRC power procurement pipeline; off-grid and grid-scale opportunities for mines and SEZs; direct access to large energy users and government energy policy.

Mining Houses

Why They Come

Project intelligence, government access, supply chain sourcing, ESG compliance and local content strategy.

Industrial Refiners & Processors

Why They Come

Technology sourcing, policy dialogue on local beneficiation mandates, investor and DFI introductions.

Downstream Manufacturers

Why They Come

Battery supply chain access, SEZ manufacturing incentives, off-take agreements and investor connections.

EPCs

Why They Come

Active DRC project pipeline, construction contracts across refineries, SEZs, energy facilities, logistics hubs and water infrastructure.

Financiers, Investors & Legal

Why They Come

Bankable project pipeline, co-investment with DFIs, legal framework for DRC industrial investments and deal structuring.

Logistics Operators

Why They Come

Lobito Corridor and other corridor opportunity; supply chain contracts with mining houses, processors and SEZ developers.

Telecoms Providers

Why They Come

IoT for mines, traceability infrastructure and digital connectivity for SEZs and industrial parks.

Water & Waste Management

Why They Come

Industrial water supply contracts, waste processing systems for refineries and processing plants, ESG compliance.

Large Energy Users

Why They Come

Off-grid and on-grid power procurement intelligence; access to IPPs and utilities offering industrial solutions.

Infrastructure Developers

Why They Come

SEZ development opportunities, industrial park procurement and government concession access.

Government Officials

Why They Come

Policy dialogue with private sector, FDI facilitation and sector intelligence across all 12 verticals.

Event FeaturesBuilding momentum towards the 2027 Forum

The DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Webinar Series keeps industry leaders connected through focused discussions on the projects, policies, investment and partnerships shaping the DRC’s industrial future.

Insights shaping critical minerals and industrialisation

Hear directly from government leaders, mining operators, investors, financiers and technical experts addressing the opportunities and practical requirements for moving from extraction to local value.

  • Stay informed on critical minerals policy, regulation and market developments
  • Explore opportunities across beneficiation, processing and manufacturing
  • Understand the energy, infrastructure and logistics required for industrial growth
  • Gain insight into project financing, investment readiness and delivery
  • Hear different industry perspectives on the DRC’s industrialisation priorities

Discover where the next opportunities are emerging

Each webinar will focus on the projects, partnerships and commercial opportunities developing across the DRC’s critical minerals value chain.

  • Discover emerging mining, processing and industrial projects
  • Understand where investment and technical expertise are required
  • Identify opportunities for investors, financiers, EPCs and solution providers
  • Explore regional partnerships, trade corridors and market access
  • Follow the developments building towards the Forum’s return in 2027

Partnering to Accelerate Industrial Development in the DRC

The DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Forum returns in 2027, bringing together government, mining operators, investors, financiers and industry partners to advance projects, partnerships and commercial opportunities across the critical minerals value chain.
The 2026 webinar series is building momentum towards the Forum, keeping the industry connected and the conversation moving throughout the year.

Become a Sponsor

Position Your Brand at the Centre of the DRC's Most Consequential Industrial Transformation

Place where the future of Africa's critical minerals industry is being financed, built, and transformed into industrial growth.

Choose from a variety of sponsorship options that align with your marketing goals

  • Explore essential topics and emerging opportunities across the full critical minerals value chain from mining and processing to market development.
  • Hear from government leaders, industry experts, and innovators sharing knowledge and strategies to advance DRC's role in the global critical minerals market.
  • Engage in interactive discussions and networking sessions, build new partnerships, and contribute to the future growth of DRC's critical minerals ecosystem.
Secure your sponsorship

Become a Delegate

Join the Leaders Shaping DRC's Critical Minerals Industrialisation

Gain insights, forge connections, and unlock opportunities across the full critical minerals value chain, from mine to market.

  • Gain insights from leaders advancing industrialisation and localisation
  • Unlock opportunities across the critical minerals value chain
  • Connect with mining operators, manufacturers, investors, and policymakers
  • Stay ahead of market trends and policy developments
  • Be part of DRC's critical minerals transformation
  • Provide visibility on policy, regulatory and investment frameworks supporting project development
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Our Brands

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“This third edition is a veritable wealth of information. The first day brilliantly showcased the quality of the speakers, their mastery of the topics, and their recommendations. The forum is gaining momentum and becoming a platform for strategic decisions, particularly around critical minerals and renewable energies.``

Prof. Hercule Kalele Mulonda

Technical Director of the CCB, and Representative of the CAEB, DRC.

WHO ATTENDS DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Forum?Position yourself where industrial decisions are made

The DRC Critical Minerals & Industrialisation Forum convenes the organisations shaping the DRC’s transition from mineral extraction to fully integrated industrial value chains. This is a targeted, senior audience focused on delivery, where policy, capital and industry align to advance processing, manufacturing and infrastructure development.

Whether you are an investor seeking bankable projects, a project owner securing partners and funding, or a public-sector leader shaping industrial policy, the forum provides direct access to the stakeholders driving critical minerals industrialisation in the DRC.

Industry Verticals

Processing Equipment
Mining Equipment
Mine Vehicles & Transport
Mining Supply Chain
Transport & Logistcs
Renewable Energy
Mining Operators
Site & Facility Management
Health & Safety
Geological Services
Exploration equipment & supplies
Water & Waste
IT / ICT
Laboratory and Analytical Services
Mapping & GPS
Digital Services
EPC's
Commodity Trading
ESG
Legal & Insurance
Business Advisory & Consulting
Policy & Regulation
Universities / Colleges
Finance & Investment




Attendee Profiles

Municipalities & Cities
National & Provincial Government
Policymakers & Regulators
Energy Generators
Finance & Banking
Investors
Legal, Insurance & Advisory Services
Industry Service Company
Distributors & Resellers
EPCs & Contractors
Industry Consultants
Logistics & Supply Chain Operators
Environmental & Sustainability Planners
Academic, Research, R&D
Associations, NGOs & Foundations
Press, Media & Marketing Agency
IT & ICT
Security & Safety Companies
Mining Operators
Machinery & Equipment Supplier
Geologist
Exploration
GPS Data Mapping
Laboratory and Science
Water & Waste Management
Site & Facility Management
Export / Trade Agency

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This third edition is a veritable wealth of information. The first day brilliantly showcased the quality of the speakers, their mastery of the topics, and their recommendations. The forum is gaining momentum and becoming a platform for strategic decisions, particularly around critical minerals and renewable energies.

Prof. Hercule Kalele Mulonda
Technical Director of the CCB
Representative of the CAEB, DRC

What I particularly remember is the quality and diversity of the presentations, in a very friendly setting that fostered rich discussions. The intellectual level is high, and I look forward to seeing future editions continue, with the involvement of the United Nations and provincial authorities.

Patrice Vahard
OHCHR Country Representative
Director of the United Nations Joint Human Rights Office (UNJHRO)

I would like to congratulate the organisers on the quality of the forum and the choice of panelists. The discussions were very enriching, particularly on training and battery processing. We see real progress in the sector, and we encourage the pursuit of this vision of producing batteries in the DRC.

Jean-Jacques Kayembe
Director General
ITIE, DRC

Thank you for inviting me to participate in the DRC-Africa Battery Metals 2025 Forum. It was an honor to join such insightful discussions alongside dedicated speakers. I appreciate VUKA’s excellent organization and recognition of my contribution to the dialogue on critical raw materials, cooperation, and governance. I look forward to continued collaboration in the future.

Papy-Fidèle Kombie
Head of Operations
IOB, DRC

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DRC Ministry of Industry Supports DRC-Africa Battery Metals Forum

As the DRC advances its vision of becoming a leading hub for critical minerals development, the Forum remains a vital platform for fostering an open, transparent, and investment-ready environment.

It supports national efforts to build a sustainable, high-value critical minerals sector in response to growing global demand for responsible sourcing and industrial supply chain resilience. Securing ongoing institutional support is a key milestone as we work together to drive value addition, local processing, and industrial growth within the DRC’s critical minerals sector.

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