Banking the Future of African Mining: Why Partnerships Matter More Than Ever

Johannesburg: Access Bank will participate in the 2026 edition of the Investing in African Mining Indaba, reinforcing its position as one of the continent’s leading financial partners to the mining sector. With subsidiaries operating across key mining markets including South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Ghana, Guinea and Sierra Leone, the Bank will use this year’s event to highlight its commitment to financing sustainable, responsible mining growth across Africa.

Held from 9 to 12 February at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Mining Indaba brings together more than 10,500 delegates, including global investors, mining executives, multilateral institutions and 58 government ministries. Its 2026 theme, “Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships,” aligns closely with Access Bank’s own approach to unlocking Africa’s mining potential through collaboration.

“Mining is a strategic sector for Access Bank and a critical driver of Africa’s economic growth,” said Peter Ford, Head of the Mining Sector at Access Bank. “By combining local expertise in our subsidiary markets with the strength of our pan-African footprint, we are able to support mining companies with financing solutions that enable growth, infrastructure development and sustainable value creation.”

Access Bank will also showcase its new Rehabilitation Finance offering, designed to help mining companies meet environmental, social and governance obligations while ensuring long-term operational resilience.

Throughout the event, Access Bank executives from across the continent will participate in engagements with investors, mining houses and government leaders. The Bank will also feature in thought leadership conversations focused on mining finance, cross-border trade and ESG-driven investment.

“Mining Indaba is where global capital, African opportunity and strategic partnerships meet,” said Ford. “Access Bank is proud to play a role in shaping the future of African mining finance.”

About Access Bank PLC

Access Bank PLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Access Holdings PLC, is a leading full-service commercial bank operating through a network of more than 700 branches and service outlets spanning 3 continents, 24 countries and over 60 million customers. The Bank employs over 28,000 people in its operations in Africa and Europe, with representative offices in China, Lebanon, India, and the United Arab Emirates.

Access Bank is a diversified financial institution which combines a strong retail customer franchise and digital platform with deep corporate banking expertise, proven risk management, and capital management capabilities. The Bank services its various markets through three key business segments: Corporate and Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Retail Banking. The Bank has enjoyed what is arguably Africa’s most successful banking growth trajectory in the last 23 years, becoming one of the continent’s largest retail banks.

As part of its continued growth strategy, Access Bank is focused on mainstreaming sustainable business practices into its operations. The Bank strives to deliver sustainable economic growth that is profitable, environmentally responsible, and socially relevant, helping customers to access more and achieve their dreams.