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Today at AOW: Investing in African Energy #AOW2024 conference, the Atlantis Special Economic Zone CEO ,Matthew Cullinan, joined a key panel discussion on Accelerating Africa’s Mineral Resources and Value Chains as part of the Upstream & Energy Track Deep Dive Session. Moderated by Deshan Naidoo, CEO of afrivolt, and alongside panelists like Joel Sanon, The African Legal Support Facility, and others, the panel focused on unlocking economic opportunities for the green economy, with a spotlight on critical and battery minerals value chains. Matthew highlighted how Special Economic Zones (SEZs), like the Atlantis SEZ, play a crucial role in building local manufacturing capabilities, driving innovation, and serving as industrial sandboxes. This approach not only supports the beneficiation of Africa’s minerals but also helps unlock the potential of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), boosting economic growth and sustainability across the continent.
