Johannesburg – Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard (www.pompigne-mognard.com), Founder and Chairman of Apo Group (www.apo-opa.com), has been appointed to the newly established advisory committee of the Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG).
The award-winning Pan African communications consultant and major press release distribution services announced the appointment of Pompigone Megado on Tuesday (April 15, 2025).
By positioning Africa as a critical mineral leader, CMAG (www.cmagafrica.com) ensures that local economies benefit from the continental mineral wealth, while focusing on responsible sourcing and advances in sustainable development of Africa's important mineral resources.
Approximately 40% of the world's important mineral reserves estimated to take place in sub-Saharan Africa alone, the region plays an important role in global energy transitions and advanced technology.
Pompigne-Mognard's appointment to the advisory committee follows the announcement of the strategic partnership between the APO Group and CMAG, which aims to become globally prominent in Africa's key mineral sectors.
The partnership leverages the APO Group's public relations and strategic communication expertise and CMAG's industry leadership.
Complementing this, Pompigne Megaard's ability to connect key stakeholders and clients in governments, private companies, and organizations of all sizes is invaluable in introducing Africa's role in the global essential resource supply chain and elevating the profile of Africa's key mineral sectors.
Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard brings extensive experience and expertise to the CMAG Advisory Committee.
His vast network of industry, government and institutions, his deep understanding of the African media and technological landscape, and his extensive business experience drives him to work with fellow advisory committee members to shape a positive perception of Africa's key mineral sectors within global stakeholders and audiences.
Pompigne Megado, a Franco Gabonnet entrepreneur named among the 100 most influential Africans in 2023 and 2024, serves on several well-known advisory and international committees.
These include the Senior Advisory Committee on the Canadian African Business Chamber and the Leadership Council of the African Technology Festival, the Advisory Committee on the African Energy Office, the World Football Summit, the African Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), the Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Africa, the Sports African Investment Summit, the Euras Frican Forum, and the All African Music Award (AFRIMA).
Pompigne-Mognard is the CEO of the Royal African Association, strategic advisor to the EU African Chamber of Commerce and special advisor to the President of Rugby, the African Rugby Governance Agency of Africa.
Apo Group, a wholly owned company of Pompigne-Mognard, is an award-winning Pan-Africa Communications Consultant and press release distribution service.
It serves more than 300 clients, including global giants such as Canon, Nestlé, Western Union, UNDP, Network International, African Energy Chamber, Mercy Ships, Marriott, Africa's Business Heroes, and Liquid Intelligent Technologies.
“It is an honor to be appointed to the Critical Minerals Africa Group Advisory Committee,” said Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, founder and chairman of APO Group.
“CMAG is essential to protecting Africa's important minerals for future generations.
“In my advice role, I look forward to supporting all initiatives as CMAG presents the potential of key African minerals in a responsible and sustainable way.”
Other members of the advisory committee include Natznet Tesfay, Head of Insights for S&P Global, and Richard Morgan, former Head of Government Affairs for Anglo-American Plc.
