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• Africa is a continent rich in unexplored, high-potential regions for oil-and-gas, as well as mineral resources
• Contains the world’s largest reserves of various minerals, including diamonds, manganese, phosphate, gold, and more
• Mining has not been a consistent engine of economic development, but there is potential for entrepreneurial companies and local champions
• Africa ranks among the top ten sources for many major minerals, delivering great value for exploration investment
• Only one of the five largest global mining companies has significant production in Africa due to political and economic risks and infrastructure challenges
• Demand for certain minerals, such as cobalt and phosphates, is increasing due to global trends like the electric vehicle industry and Africa's green revolution
• Mining remains a critically important sector in African economies, accounting for 10% of the continent's GDP and FDI inflows
• Mining companies can improve their operating environment by investing in local communities and earning a "social license to operate"
• Companies like Randgold Resources have successfully engaged in community development initiatives to mitigate risks and maintain operations during national unrest.

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