# African industry and resource development forums > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/african-industry-and-resource-development-forums > Updated: 2026-10-19T06:02:05.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. In October 2026, several major industry events are scheduled to address various sectors across the African continent. African Energy Week (AEW) is set to take place in Cape Town from October 12–16, acting as a commercial marketplace for governments, companies, and financiers to negotiate energy projects and deal signings. Concurrently, the African Minerals Policy Forum – Mining in Motion (AMPF–MiM) 2026 will be held in Accra, Ghana, from October 19 to 21. This forum focuses on strengthening regional cooperation, policy alignment, and sustainable growth within the mining sector. In Johannesburg, industry-focused summits are also being held to expand market access. These include the Cigar Culture Summit Africa 2026, which explores the development of the African cigar market and international partnerships, and the announcement of Securex Africa 2027, an expo scheduled for June 2027 to connect suppliers with buyers in the security, safety, and health sectors. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Johannesburg hosts industry summits to expand African market access Industry summits in Johannesburg, including the Cigar Culture Summit Africa 2026 and Securex Africa 2027, aim to strengthen market access and professional networking across the African continent. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/johannesburg-hosts-industry-summits-to-expand-african-market-access ### 2026-10-02: African energy and mining sectors to host major 2026 forums Two major African industry forums are set for 2026: African Energy Week in Cape Town to facilitate energy deals, and the AMPF–MiM in Accra to drive regional mining policy and cooperation. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/african-energy-and-mining-sectors-to-host-major-2026-forums --- Cite as: African industry and resource development forums. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/african-industry-and-resource-development-forums