NELGA Knowledge Exchange Webinar Spotlights Mining, Land Governance, and Sustainability in Africa

On April 24, 2025, the Network of Excellence on Land Governance in Africa (NELGA) hosted a dynamic Knowledge Exchange (NEx) Webinar focused on “Mining, Land Governance, and Investments in Africa.” The virtual event brought together leading voices from academia, civil society, and development institutions to share insights on how to improve transparency, community engagement, and sustainability in Africa’s extractive sector.

The session opened with remarks from Nanny Wiechert the GIZ SLGA Program head, emphasizing the importance of land governance in managing Africa’s vast mineral wealth. Dr. Marc Anselme Kamga provided an in-depth overview of mining and land governance challenges across the continent, setting the stage for a series of expert presentations.

Dr. Anthony Nah highlighted good practices and sustainability strategies aligned with the African Mining Vision (AMV), while Dr. Yvon Ndala focused on the importance of transparency in the mining sector. Mr. Silas Nyagala stressed the need for strong land rights and meaningful community engagement in resource extraction processes.

The webinar drew attention to the Good Practice Guide developed by NELGA and emphasized actionable policy recommendations. With participation from over 40 professionals from different land sectors, the session reinforced the need for coordinated efforts to secure land, support climate action, and foster inclusive development.

NELGA continues to be a leading platform for advancing evidence-based land governance across Africa.