Benchmark Mineral Intelligence · Marrakech, Morocco

Giga Africa 2026

Africa Battery, Critical Minerals & Energy Supply Chain Conference

A senior-level gathering connecting government, industry and finance around Africa's rapidly expanding role in critical minerals, batteries, energy storage and the global mine-to-grid supply chain.

29–30 September 2026 Marrakech Morocco In Person Four Seasons Resort
Save the date 29 September 2026

Tuesday 29 – Wednesday 30 September
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech

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About the conference

Africa's battery and critical minerals value chain in one room

Giga Africa 2026 returns to Morocco as Africa's role in the global battery supply chain continues to grow. The conference brings together leaders from government, mining, chemicals, automotive, energy storage, finance and the wider battery ecosystem to build partnerships and examine the market forces shaping the region.

The programme combines data-driven presentations, senior-level panels, commodity and supply-chain analysis, investment discussions and structured networking. Topics span critical minerals, EVs, battery materials, energy storage, project finance, industrial development, geopolitics and policy.

2Main conference days
3Government · Industry · Finance
8+Featured speakers on overview
1Networking app
Registration

Secure your place at Giga Africa 2026

Registration is open through Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. The official registration page provides options to buy a pass, enquire about sponsorship, or review eligibility for a complimentary pass.

Before you book

Ticket pricing, eligibility, cancellation terms and access conditions are controlled by the organiser. Check the official registration page for the latest information before purchasing.

Meet the voices

Featured speakers

The speaker lineup brings together senior figures from government, battery intelligence, mining, automotive, chemicals and energy.

Andrew Miller
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

Andrew Miller

CEO

Opening insights on Africa's role in the global battery supply chain.
Caspar Rawles
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

Caspar Rawles

Chief Operating Officer

Critical minerals, supply chains and strategic materials.
Adam Panayi
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

Adam Panayi

Chief Research Officer

Battery markets, EVs, policy and supply-chain analysis.
Peter Yang
BTR Morocco

Peter Yang

CEO

Industrial growth, battery materials and sustainable energy solutions.
More speakers

Explore more of the lineup

Leon Godza
Ministry of Mines of Zimbabwe

Leon Godza

Chief Director

African critical mineral production and industrial development.
Siham Aroua
Department of Energy Transition, Morocco

Siham Aroua

Regional Director

Government strategy, incentives and energy transition policy.
Eric Kalala
Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC)

Eric Kalala

CEO

Responsible mining and sustainable cobalt supply chains.
Zagouri Sanaâ
DENZA Maroc

Zagouri Sanaâ

Brand Director

Automotive and EV market perspectives in Africa.
Three-part programme

Giga Africa 2026 agenda

The published programme includes a welcome reception followed by two full conference days. Timings and speakers may change, so check the official agenda for the latest version.

Welcome Event

Drinks Reception

Opening reception ahead of the main conference programme.

Reception
Marrakech, Morocco

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech

Giga Africa 2026 venue

Giga Africa 2026 takes place at Four Seasons Resort Marrakech, positioned between Marrakech's historic Medina and the modern Gueliz district. The venue provides dedicated event spaces for high-level meetings, networking and industry discussions.

Full address: 1 Boulevard de la Menara, Marrakech 40000, Morocco.

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Networking

Turn conference conversations into meetings

The Giga Africa 2026 networking app is live, giving registered delegates a central place to connect, schedule meetings and personalise their event agenda.

Networking built around the programme

Delegates can use the event's networking tools to identify relevant contacts and plan conversations before arriving in Marrakech.

  • Connect with senior battery leaders
  • Book meetings ahead of time
  • Personalise your event agenda
  • Meet government, finance and industry leaders
  • Use scheduled networking breaks and receptions
Supporting Giga Africa

Official sponsors

Sponsor names and logos below are based on the official Giga Africa 2026 event listing.

Lead Sponsor

Managem

Listed by Benchmark Mineral Intelligence as the lead sponsor for Giga Africa 2026.

Official Sponsor

Acuity Commodities

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Official Sponsor

Alfred H Knight

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Official Sponsor

Baltimore Aircoil

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Official Sponsor

Falcon Energy Materials

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Official Sponsor

Lake Resources

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Official Sponsor

Morocco Now

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Official Sponsor

Total Graphite

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Official Sponsor

Worley

Listed as an official Giga Africa 2026 sponsor.

Giga Africa 2026

Meet the Battery Supply Chain in Marrakech.

Critical minerals. Batteries. Investment. Policy. Energy storage.

Two conference days bringing government, industry and finance together.

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