Annebel Oosthuizen, currently serving as the Managing Director at Kamoa Copper S.A., embodies dedication, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to advancing women in the mining industry.

She was appointed to Kamoa Copper’s Executive Committee in 2020 and has served a critical role in ensuring a seamless and successful transition of Kamoa-Kakula from development project into an operating mining complex.

She built (from scratch) a world-class team and developed capabilities to manage an operation with annual sales of over $3 billion, while also overseeing complex commercial agreements and logistical flows across the African continent.

Ms. Oosthuizen has diligently managed approximately $6 billion in capital investment to date at Kamoa Copper, including the self-financing of the Phase 2 and Phase 3 expansions, as well as the recently completed smelter.

She has proven expertise in optimising operational costs, implementing financial strategies, and leading cross-functional teams in high-value mining operations. Adept in SAP, PRISM, and project cost management systems, with a strong track record in financial leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic decision-making.