Marikana was a precursor to Stifontein and show the lengths to which the state would go to punish people in protection of corporate interests, particularly in the mining industry
The agriculture sector was up 17.2% and was the largest contributor to GDP growth during the period
The view that cybersecurity is not a core function must change so that digitalisation does not create vulnerability in the mining industry
There are thought to be at least 50 000 informal miners working underground in South Africa
The industry has the potential to grow if there is more investment in exploration projects
Also known as the construction mafia, they may even include engineering procurement construction management (EPCM) providers
The theme of the February 2025 Mining Indaba, Futureproofing Mining Today, underscores the urgency of aligning policy, investment and local development to secure sustainable growth
Glencore, Anglo American, South32, BHP Billiton and Exxaro – the mining companies cited in coal class action – need to show corporate compassion for sick mine workers
One of the city’s historic sites is on its knees, besieged by those seeking shelter, vandals and criminal opportunists
Ensuring a socially secure future for these miners is not just a financial imperative but a social responsibility that organisations like the Mineworkers Provident Fund (MWPF)
In South Africa, mining has been under pressure, with some of the challenges faced to increase volumes or mining output being structural in nature
The PwC report said the global pursuit of a just energy transition and the need for consolidation were reshaping the landscape of the local industry
Prices have increased by over 30%, favouring gold-producing countries like South Africa, but structural issues are dampening opportunities
Marcos Orellana noted the poor disposal of waste and hazardous substances, the wide use of pesticides and weak enforcement of regulations
There is an opportunity to reduce gender inequalities in mining affected communities if women have a voice
Communities living on and working land in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say they are not informed about mining permits for energy transition minerals
A historic UN deal to restore degraded forest ecosystems in southeastern DRC is being torn apart by mining companies
Tanzania is banking on its natural resources during the global transition to clean energy, but analysts warn there are dangers ahead
The Environmental Management Agency does not have enough power to curb rampant water pollution and land degradation
Research suggests the country is suffering from it, requiring better governance and institutions
The demergers of Anglo Platinum and De Beers could lead to mine workers losing jobs, Duncan Wanblad said
Rather than doing the work of municipalities, mines must build human capital in their areas
Deliberations on democracy were not a big part of the mining talks in Joburg but players in the sector need to recognise their responsibilities
Mining has a key role to play in helping to ease youth unemployment
Despite the economy recovering to its pre-pandemic level, South Africa’s jobless rate is still higher than it was at the beginning of 2020
Chemicals banned in Europe are exported and used in South Africa
Mines offer jobs and promise other benefits, but people are increasingly more concerned about the harm mining does to the land, air and water on which they depend
Platinum mining companies forecast a deficit in demand for the metal over the next few years
Production was dragged down mainly by diamonds and platinum-group metals
Earthquakes don’t kill people; buildings do, says expert
In the real world, diplomacy is driven by economic interests
Quick fixes are inadequate to prevent damage from gold mining’s legacy, but the long-term plan of treating AMD could relieve water shortages