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IMPC 2026 will be hosted at Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC).

We would like to invite you to attend the XXXII International Mineral Processing Congress in Cape Town, South Africa from 18-22 October 2026. IMPC 2026 will be hosted by the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM). Mining is of great importance to Africa in general, and particularly to Southern Africa. Africa accounts for a major portion of the world's mineral reserves and more than half of gold, platinum group metals, cobalt and diamonds. Southern Africa produces over two-thirds of Africa's mineral exports by value.
The SAIMM has been in existence for over 130 years, currently having around 4500 members. The Institute brings together the mining and metallurgical fraternity in terms of research, technology, education and professional development. Cape Town, Mother City of Africa, and the Western Cape, is an area which is regarded as one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Cape Town is one of the world's premier travel destinations. We look forward to seeing you at the XXXII International Mineral Processing Congress in Cape Town in 2026.

Call for papers

Abstract Submission Deadline
26 September 2025
Abstract Review Process
6 October - 28 November 2025
Paper Submission Deadline
27 February 2026
Final Paper Submission Deadline
29 May 2026
Paper Review Process
30 April 2026
Revised Paper Review Process
1 June - 30 June 2026
Author Registration
1 May 2026
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Sponsor IMPC 2026

IMPC 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa invites your organisation to participate as a sponsor or exhibitor which will give you the opportunity to interact with international companies, thought leaders, institutions and academics in the mineral processing world and showcase your products and services to a global audience.

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