Mining and Mining-related Export Opportunities in Africa - Webinar #3

16/09/2026
9:00 to 10:10
(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US and Canada)

About

As global supply chains for minerals and critical materials evolve, mining investment across African markets continues to expand. These developments are creating opportunities for U.S. exporters to supply equipment, technologies, and specialized services to support exploration, development, and production activities.

This webinar is the third in a four-part series.  It will highlight priority markets, emerging mining projects, and areas in CHAD, ALGERIA, and EGYPT where U.S. companies can bring competitive solutions to the sector. Participants will also learn about resources available to help U.S. exporters identify opportunities and pursue business in these markets.

Agenda



- Welcome Remarks (9:00 am EST)
    - Michel Nouafo
Senior International Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service, Cleveland, OH

- Country Presentations
    - CHAD: Arthur J. Bell, Political-Economic-Humanitarian Assistance Counselor
    - ALGERIA: Debra Martin, Senior Commercial Officer
    - EGYPT: Paul V. Oliva, Commercial Counselor

- The Strategic Transactions Advocacy Track (STAT)
    - Jay Park, Commercial Officer, Advocacy Center

- Financing Options
    - Mariel Huasanga, Regional Director, Export-Import Bank of the United States
 
- Mining Export Opportunities Initiative
    - Leslie Drake, Director, U.S. Commercial Service, Charleston, WV

- Moderated Q&A
    - Michel Nouafo, Senior International Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service, Cleveland, OH

- Closing (10:10 am EST)

Speakers

 
USCS Office - CHAD Image du conférencier

USCS Office - CHAD

USCS Office - ALGERIA Image du conférencier

USCS Office - ALGERIA

USCS Office - EGYPT Image du conférencier

USCS Office - EGYPT