The Cape Mining Club has announced the return of its annual event, Cape Mining Mixer 2026, which will be held at Cape Town's Cabo Beach Club on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. Now in its third year, the event stands out as one of the most eagerly awaited networking evenings during the Mining Indaba week, bringing together senior professionals from across the entire mining value chain for deep, interpersonal interaction and networking opportunities.

Founded with the goal of creating a more focused and personal networking alternative during Mining Indaba week, Cape Mining Mixer has carved out a distinctive position as a discussion space for high-level connection and collaboration. Its unique, predominantly invitation-based format provides sponsors and delegates with the opportunity to interact in a business-centred yet relaxed setting, away from the pace and formality of traditional conferences.

Cultivating partnerships through purposeful interaction      

“Cape Mining Mixer was conceived as a place where industry leaders can connect with purpose,” says Johan de Bruin, organiser of Cape Mining Mixer 2026 and member of the Cape Mining Club. “From the outset, our objective has been to create an environment where conversations lead to collaboration and partnerships that can shape the future of mining across Africa.”

This year’s theme, ‘Cultivating Thriving Partnerships’, reflects the mining industry’s growing recognition that success in addressing challenges such as sustainability, digitalisation, energy transition, and capital deployment requires collaboration. By aligning with Mining Indaba’s broader spotlight on long-term growth and investment, Cape Mining Mixer provides the ideal setting for delegates to explore joint opportunities and build relationships that extend beyond the event itself.

Unlike large-scale conferences, Cape Mining Mixer avoids formal presentations and panels in favour of open, insight-led discussion.  Each element, from guest selection to sponsor activations, is deliberately designed to encourage authentic conversation and purposeful networking. Rather than traditional branding, sponsors actively host and engage in dedicated areas, using subtle activations and visual cues to initiate relevant conversations and guide meaningful interactions without disrupting the social flow of the event. The result is an atmosphere where senior decision‑makers and project leaders can exchange insights, explore opportunities, and discuss real-world challenges in depth.

Industry-leading sponsors driving meaningful engagement

Cape Mining Mixer 2026 is proudly supported by a group of leading organisations across the global mining ecosystem, including AMC Consultants, Sandvik, Wenco, Tontrac and CRU. Together, these sponsors play an active role in shaping the quality of engagement at the event, contributing to its reputation as a high-value forum for collaboration, insight sharing and partnership building.

Reflecting on AMC Consultants’ continued involvement, Corne Yzelle, Advisory Lead at AMC Consultants, says: “The Cape Mining Mixer offers something truly unique; an exclusive, agenda-free environment focused purely on meaningful connection. As a global consultancy with a growing presence in South Africa, the event gives our local team the opportunity to engage with key industry players, peers and potential partners in a relaxed yet highly valuable setting. The calibre of attendees and the quality of conversations are a direct result of the sponsors’ shared commitment to creating real value, not just visibility.”

PC Kruger, Business Line Manager: Crushing at Sandvik Rock Processing, adds: “The Cape Mining Mixer creates a rare opportunity to engage directly with senior decision makers in an energetic, informal setting. With many conversations expected to focus on current market dynamics and the realities of doing business in Africa, it’s an ideal platform for meaningful dialogue and long-term relationship building.”

Bringing the right people together for lasting impact

Attendees represent a strategic cross-section of the mining landscape, including mining operators, engineering consultancies, equipment and technology providers, investors, analysts, and advisory firms. This curated mix ensures that every interaction holds commercial and strategic value, contributing to long-term collaboration across the industry.

“The 2026 edition will build on the event’s growing reputation as the place where high-quality relationships are formed,” de Bruin adds. “It’s about bringing the right people together, those who are shaping mining’s next chapter, and providing them with the right environment to engage productively. We’ve seen tangible partnerships and investments emerge from past events, and we aim to take that even further this year.”

While the event is primarily invitation-based through sponsors, a limited number of delegate tickets are available to the broader industry, providing access to professionals eager to expand their networks during Mining Indaba week. Delegates can expect high‑value networking opportunities, sponsor‑led activations and targeted introductions, all curated to maximise relevance and impact.

Beyond building relationships, Cape Mining Mixer 2026 aims to contribute to the resilience and progress of the African mining sector. By facilitating open dialogue and cross‑disciplinary exchange, events like this strengthen the foundations for innovation and sustainable growth, helping companies navigate a rapidly changing market environment.

Cape Mining Mixer 2026 underscores the Cape Mining Club’s mission to connect professionals, companies, and ideas across the mining ecosystem. As the sector continues to evolve, the event stands as a vital bridge between operators, service providers, investors, and advisors, fostering the trust and collaboration essential to future success.