We are honoured to share that Mr. Thanveer Ummer has been featured in Arab Leaders Magazine following nominations from its global audience, recognising his transformative leadership in reshaping the gold mining industry in Africa.
While Mr. Thanveer Ummer is the CEO of MARIA GROUP INTERNATIONAL (MGI), a diversified multinational conglomerate, his most recent visionary endeavor is LAXMINT, a fintech enterprise revolutionising Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) through advanced technology, ethical practices, and financial inclusion.
Driving Change with LAXMINT
Under Thanveer’s leadership, LAXMINT pioneers the tokenisation of real-world assets (RWA) using AI and digital infrastructure to unlock capital and bring transparency to the gold value chain. LAXMINT addresses core challenges faced by ASGM communities, such as lack of finance, modern equipment, and access to fair markets.
By introducing eco-friendly machinery, AI-powered geological exploration, and digitised funding, LAXMINT is building an ecosystem that empowers miners, protects the environment, and uplifts entire communities.
For every kilo of gold mined, 100 trees are planted, reinforcing LAXMINT’s strong commitment to afforestation. The company is firmly against mercury use, training miners on safe alternatives. LAXMINT also advocates for children’s and women’s education, working tirelessly to eradicate child labour and drive community advancement.
Looking ahead, LAXMINT plans to establish small-scale gold refineries, processing units, and jewelry factories at mining sites, ensuring raw gold is refined locally, creating jobs and retaining value within Africa.
Global Leadership and Local Impact
Alongside LAXMINT, Thanveer leads MARIA GROUP INTERNATIONAL (MGI), formed in 1980 by his father, H.E. Mr. Ummer Haji, and named in honor of his grandmother, Maria Hajjumma, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with very humble beginnings. Today, MGI has business interests across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
He also serves as a Senior Advisor to prestigious platforms such as the Monaco and Geneva Diamond Exchanges and several international organizations. Fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Urdu, and other languages, Thanveer bridges global capital with local solutions.
Legacy in Motion
Mr. Thanveer Ummer embodies technological foresight, ethical leadership, and a deep commitment to sustainable development. His work is not only transforming the ASGM sector but also creating a model of inclusive growth, where miners and their families truly benefit.
Arab Leaders Magazine proudly recognizes Mr. Thanveer Ummer as a visionary changemaker, leading Africa’s mining transformation and building a fintech model rooted in impact, sustainability, and shared prosperity.
References: www.laxmint.io | www.mariaintl.com | www.thanveerummer.com and several international publications.
