In 2018 the DWS and the Minerals Council South Africa agreed to work together on devising water-saving measures, including developing benchmarks for each mineral to guide efficient water use, taking into account the different circumstances of each mine.
As mechanisation takes hold, front-line leaders remain a concern for mining companies: South African mining still faces a big skills deficit across its workforce. De …
> South Africa has the world's largest reserves of platinum group metals (PGMs) and manganese, and some of the largest gold, diamonds, chromite ore and vanadium deposits.
The mining sector's share in South Africa's economy has declined over the past 30 years, as has employment on the gold mines. Yet many new mining areas have developed. Mining growth has been driven primarily by platinum and coal, with iron ore and other metals contributing. Of South Africa's 39 'small' or 'secondary' cities, 19 have or ...
South Africa's gold sector is a world leader in deep-level gold mining. Deep-level underground mining, however, brings with it risks and hazards which require constant commitment and adherence to safety and health standards and procedures.
The Department of Mineral Resources (which includes the Mining Health and Safety Council, The Mining Qualifications Authority, South Africa Diamonds and Precious …
PDF | On Sep 13, 2019, Clive Vinti published The right to mine in a 'protected area' in South Africa: Mining and Environmental Justice Community Network of South Africa v Minister of ...
In South Africa, illegal mining costs the economy around R21 billion annually. Other threats of illegal mining include temporary closures of commercial mines, illegal miners who are trapped underground and …
An overview of legal and practical considerations surrounding mining rights and title in South Africa, including the extent of state control, renewal and transfer of licences, and protection of ...
A policy published on 30 March 2022 by the South African Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy aims to create a formalised, sustainable artisanal and small-scale mining (" ASM ") industry in South Africa, to eliminate illegal ASM operations and promote job creation.
Mining in South Africa is subject to climate change, and mining companies may reduce the number of workers, particularly semiskilled personnel, as a response to the consequences of climate change.
The year 2023 proved to be an exceptionally demanding period for the global mining industry, with South Africa facing multifaceted and far-reaching challenges. …
In South Africa, a community says no after a coal miner said go. A South African court has ordered one of the country's largest coal mines to redo an environmental impact assessment for ...
Information was collected from 690 residents in different local mining communities of four provinces in South Africa. The study indicated positive impacts and benefits to the community from the mining operations in their areas, including increased direct and indirect employment and improved quality of life.
South Africa intends to suspend the granting of applications for prospecting and mining rights as well as any renewals pending a court case to review new mining laws, the Mineral Resources ...
A general introduction to mining law and practice in South Africa, including key recent developments, trends and prospects in the sector.
In many ways, South Africa's political, social and economic landscape has been dominated by mining, given that, for so many years, the sector has been the mainstay of the South African economy. Although gold, …
Mining in South Africa | Since the dawn of democracy, South Africa's mining sector has been marked by promise, perseverance, and profound …
South Africa is incredibly rich in natural resources, with large reserves of some of the most valuable minerals on the planet found below its surface. Industrial scale mining in South Africa began ...
Boilermaker trade test. N3 certificate in Engineering Studies. Matric certificate. 5 years previous experience in boilermaker maintenance of surface and underground areas including winders, shafts and process plants. 3 years Foreman / Supervisor experience. This position is only open to South African citizens currently …
Risk Mitigation Strategies for South African Investing. South African gold mining companies have been operating for more than a century, offering investors seeking to incorporate sector-specific exposure in their investment portfolios opportunities they won't find elsewhere. Gold and gold shares also have a long track record of providing a ...
Following the 2024 Indaba, where he took part in numerous enlightening and insightful conversations with other key industry players, De Bruin shares six things that he expects …
Changed Circumstances Doctrine: Under South African law, the doctrine of changed circumstances (i.e. a change in circumstances which allows parties to seek contract adjustments or modifications when unforeseen circumstances arise that fundamentally alter the basis of the contract) finds limited application by way of …
Grade 8 - Term 2: The Mineral Revolution in South Africa. Britain, Diamond mining and increasing labour control and land expansion. Before South Africa's vast mineral wealth was discovered in the late nineteenth century, there was a general belief that southern Africa was almost destitutesimilar wealth that had drawn Europeans to the rest of ...
A successful mining industry in South Africa is in the interest of all stakeholders – whether directly and indirectly linked to it – i.e. mining companies, government, investors, communities, labour (including unions) and the broader South African economy.
The Minerals Council South Africa estimates lost sales, taxes and royalties of R21 billion a year through illegal mining. ENACT research indicates that Zama Zama outputs are in excess of R14 billion a year, one of the biggest sources of illicit gold on the continent. The majority of it – at least 34 tons between 2012 and 2016 – is exported ...
Mining in South Africa, a cornerstone of its economy, confronts a dire situation as falling platinum prices and logistical woes threaten job security. Government …
The mineral wealth of South Africa has been exploited by Homo sapiens for at least 40,000 years and has provided many and varied commodities including gold, platinum and diamonds. This chapter provides a historical perspective on minerals and mining mainly in South Africa, although it does occasionally stray across the borders …
The Sindisa Gold project was initiated in 2011 by the Minerals Council South Africa (MCSA) in collaboration with mining companies and organized labour, to explore opportunities for optimizing utilization of mine assets.
Mining and mineral beneficiation plays a pivotal part in South Africa's economy. The country's mineral reserves are among the most valuable in the world. South Africa has the world's largest reserves of platinum …
We demonstrate a mixed method approach for identifying local health needs and prioritised SDG3 targets in mining host communities. Consistency in reporting suggests the need for effective, efficient and feasible interventions to address five priority areas. Given the prominent economic role of the mining sector in South Africa, it can …
