BDO Annual Mining Report 2026

BDO Annual Mining Report 2026 explores how the global mining industry is being reshaped by critical minerals demand, decarbonisation, geopolitical tensions, AI-driven infrastructure growth, and sustainability pressures. The report highlights rising demand for minerals such as copper, lithium, cobalt, and rare earths, alongside Africa’s growing strategic importance in the global energy transition. It also examines ESG reporting, community engagement, mining technology, government intervention, and future investment trends in the sector.