Russian-African raw materials dialogue

«Development Path: Raw Materials and Personnel as the Basis of Economic Sovereignty»


October 29 — November 1, 2025

Empress Catherine II Saint Petersburg Mining University

The Russian-African raw materials dialogue is a platform where representatives of governments, businesses, universities, scientific and public organizations discuss the most pressing issues related to the development of the mineral resources sector in Russia and Africa through open discussions under conditions of equality, trust, and mutual respect. The dialogue will become a unique public and professional platform for exploring ways to intensify scientific and economic cooperation in the field of resource efficiency.

Organisers and partners

Venue

Saint Petersburg, founded in 1703 by Peter the Great, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and is rightly considered the cultural capital of Russia. In addition to its rich cultural heritage, the city is one of the largest scientific and educational centres in Russia, where about 400,000 students and postgraduates live and study every year, which has rightfully cemented Saint Petersburg's status as the student capital of Russia.

Empress Catherine II Saint Petersburg Mining University is a leading higher polytechnic educational institution that trains highly qualified engineering personnel in all specialities required to ensure the operation of the mineral and raw materials complex – from prospecting and exploration of minerals to the final product.

Contacts

Venue


Saint Petersburg Mining University, Training Centre No. 1
Russia, 199106, Saint Petersburg, Vasilievsky Island, 21st line, 2
«Gorny Institute»
Multifunctional Complex ‘Gorny’
Russia, 199106, Saint Petersburg, Vasilievsky Island, Nalichnaya str., 28/16
«Primorskaya»