Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa), on Sunday, said that it has secured complimentary full-access passes for female leaders from mid-tier and major mining companies with a market capitalisation above $500 million.

The organisation has also been confirmed as an official Supporting Association Partner for Resourcing Tomorrow / Mines and Money London 2025, scheduled to take place from December 2–4, 2025, in London, United Kingdom.

In a statement, WiM-Africa’s Executive Director, Dr. Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji, said active WiM-Africa volunteers and staff are also eligible to benefit.

She described the partnership as a milestone in the group’s mission to amplify African women’s voices in global mining and promote gender equity across the mineral value chain.

She said: “As part of the partnership, WiM-Africa has secured up to complimentary full-access passes for female leaders from mid-tier and major mining companies with a market capitalisation above $500 million, along with complimentary passes for WiM-Africa active volunteers and staff.

“Each pass provides full access to the conference programme, exhibition floor, and daily networking receptions with some of the most influential figures in the mining industry, including investors, policymakers, and corporate executives.

“This is more than just an opportunity to attend a global conference; it is a platform for representation. We are ensuring that African women in mining have a seat at the table where decisions on investment, sustainability, and innovation are being shaped for the future of our sector.”

Dr. Asokoro-Ogaji explained that eligible applicants must work in a qualifying mining or energy company with a market capitalisation above $500 million and hold decision-making roles in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, procurement and technology, HR, legal, sustainability, or government relations.

Nominations are open until September 15, 2025, through WiM-Africa’s registration portal, subject to approval by the event organisers.

She added, “In addition to participating in the main conference, WiM-Africa will also host a high-level side event during London Mining Week. This exclusive gathering will bring together African women leaders in mining.

“International partners, policymakers, and investors to showcase contributions to the critical minerals sector, highlight innovative projects, and forge partnerships that drive gender-inclusive growth in the industry.

“WiM-Africa invites eligible companies, mining leaders, and industry allies to nominate outstanding women leaders for the complimentary passes and to explore opportunities for collaboration.”

WiM-Africa urged companies, industry leaders, and allies to nominate outstanding women for the passes and explore collaboration opportunities.

It also appealed for sponsorship support to ensure strong African representation at the global forum in London this December.