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Mining companies can find opportunity in changing ESG trends
13th February 2023 Mining is critical to development, but development must be sustainable. The mining industry is susceptible to global changes in capital allocation... →
President Cyril Ramaphosa reassures investors that SA's mining challenges are being addressed
By: Creamer Media Reporter 9th February 2023 Addressing Mining Indaba 2023, President Cyril Ramaphosa expanded on the solutions to the challenges identified by Minister Gwede Mantashe. The... →
South Africa’s Exploration Strategy hints at future amendments to the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act
8th February 2023 The Exploration Strategy published last year contains some useful proposals to bolster mineral exploration, but also some proposals on security of... →
Longer travel time on mines requires a more flexible approach to working hours
8th February 2023 As South African mines get older, employers may have to adjust shift systems to ensure maximum productivity while avoiding contravening the Basic... →
Just Energy Transition demands risk mitigation approach for mining communities
By: Creamer Media Reporter 7th February 2023 Mining companies can put various risk mitigation measures in place to smooth the Just Energy Transition in South Africa, which will be especially... →
Community demands put pressure on mining companies
7th February 2023 Almost every week, there are reports of construction projects around South Africa being halted or disrupted by angry local residents demanding work... →
Strengthening the 'G' in ESG: FICA, Import and Export and the effect on mines
7th February 2023 Government has introduced new or amended regulations relating to FICA and the import and export of certain minerals or other items, which may be... →
Business and Human Rights: Increased scrutiny for mining companies
7th February 2023 Increasingly, mining companies will have to satisfy lenders that they meet high ESG standards, particularly on business and human rights For a long... →
