Trends, threats, opportunities
Two major existential threats to the South African mining industry are infrastructure challenges and policy uncertainty. The aging infrastructure, power grids and transportation …
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SA Mining Outlook: Challenges Persist, but Opportunities …
South Africa's mining sector faces significant challenges, including regulatory issues and operational costs. Despite these hurdles, there are growth opportunities in critical …
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5-An Overview of Abandoned Mines in the Limpopo …
Sustainable Resources and Environment Competency, Council for Geoscience, Pretoria 0184, South Africa Abstract: South Africa is facing enormous financial, environmental and social challenges posed by abandoned mines. This investigation focused on field verification of 850 abandoned mines and associated rehabilitation challenges in the Limpopo ...
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Acid Mine Drainage from Gold Mining in South Africa
This review critically examines the effects of AMD from the gold mines of South Africa and available options. We also critically analyse case studies, research gaps, and the challenges and opportunities presented by the AMD. Our assessment indicates the availability of potential technological advancements that might flip the paradigm in favour of less sludge …
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(PDF) Mining Community Development in South Africa: A …
The relationship between mining communities and mining companies are exposed to the various socio-economic challenges that other sectors of the South African economy currently face.
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Chrome Mining in South Africa: A Comprehensive Overview …
To learn more about South Africa's key chrome mining regions, explore our article on The Top 5 Regions for Chrome Mining in South Africa. Challenges Facing Chrome Mining in South Africa. The South African chrome mining industry continues to face a complex web of challenges, many of which were covered in our original article, "Chrome Mining in ...
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What are the challenges in Africa's mining …
In 2023, the mining sector in Africa faced several geological issues that impacted exploration, extraction, and overall operational efficiency. These issues vary across regions and depend on the specific minerals being targeted.
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Women and the Mine of the Future: A Gendered …
opportunities offered by women-focused institutions ancillary to mining, such as the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) and Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA), etc. • Support institutions with a focus on women have been established. • There has been a notable increase in awareness of the need for gender-friendly
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Exploring the challenges in leadership roles experienced by nurse
Introduction. Challenges in leadership roles affect the quality of primary healthcare service rendered in the mining industry (Britton 2020; Du Plessis 2018; Wohlgemuth 2017).The mining industry is the heart of the South African economy, contributing more than R351 billion to the South African gross domestic product (GDP) annually (Abuya 2018; Minerals Council …
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Putting the shine back into South African mining
In this paper, we take a sober look at some of the key challenges facing South African mining, and then pivot to the actions that can be taken – both immediately and in the medium term – to …
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Mining in South Africa: Employment threats, …
Mining in South Africa, a cornerstone of its economy, confronts a dire situation as falling platinum prices and logistical woes threaten job security. Government interventions and corporate strategies are under the spotlight as …
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The Challenge of Small-Scale Diamond Mining in …
As the Baken mine stands as a testament to the enduring allure of diamond mining in South Africa, it serves as a reminder of the untapped potential that lies within the earth's depths, waiting to be unearthed by those willing to …
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Mining in Africa: Enhancing Sustainability in Mining Sector
Enhancing sustainability in the African mining sector. Africa's potential to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 is bolstered by its abundant mineral wealth, including tansanite, gold, diamonds, uranium, platinum, and coal. However, many countries grapple with the resource curse, civil unrest, and extreme poverty.
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Putting the shine back into South African mining
47 percent of South Africa's mining jobs, along with 42 percent of revenues, are in the vulnerable bottom quartile of global cost competitiveness (Exhibit 1). Those four commodities account for three fifths of South Africa's mining revenues. 3 A further challenge is that South Africa's mining sector is unusually vulnerable to volatility
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REPORT OF THE SAHRC INVESTIGATIVE HEARING
artisanal mining in South Africa and the problematic implications of not dealing with them are ... Africa, while also reflecting the challenges faced by the relevant custodians and government role players in managing the growth and impacts of these activities to the present day. The
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MINE CLOSURE AND REHABILITATION IN SOUTH …
just transition, WWF South Arica and Mining Dialogues 360° (MD360) co-convened two colloquiums, one in Johannesburg ... intractable challenge in South Africa despite the existence of legislation that should ensure that outcome. Systemic challenges, chief among which is a
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An In-Depth Study on Challenges Faced By Junior Coal …
to extract South Africa's rich mineral assets. (Mitchell, 2002). The five largest mining groups in South Africa are BHP Billiton, Anglo Coal, , Exxaro and Xstrata, they supply almost 74% – 80% of the commercial coal in South Africa (Dabrowski 2008, Mining Weekly 2010 ). There are Forty-two coal mining companies in South Africa (DME, 2009 ...
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South African Mining 2024 Outlook: Navigating …
Explore the challenges facing South African mining in 2024. CEO Warren Beech discusses infrastructure issues, ESG, and future trends in the industry.
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SA mining outlook: Challenges exist but opportunities abound
It is no secret that South African miners face challenges. Over the past few years, infrastructure and power deficiencies have hampered operations. Investor sentiment is low, …
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Chrome Mining in South Africa: A Brief Overview
As one of the largest buyer of chrome and chrome concentrate in South Africa, Oreways Mining South Africa has a unique perspective on the industry's intricacies. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the chrome industry in South Africa, highlighting the key players, regions, and challenges that shape the sector.
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Exploring Community Engagement Challenges in the Mining Sector of South
This has had a negative impact on the operations of businesses in the mining industry in South Africa. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore CE challenges in the South African mining ...
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Challenges and strategies of abandoned mine rehabilitation in South
Abandoned mines are a global challenge with many countries implement projects to address this legacy. This is also the case for South Africa, which has a mature mining industry, dating back to the 1860's.Its mineral wealth has largely facilitated the development of the country.
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Achieving success in an industry rife with challenges
Energy reliability, environmental impact, supply chain issues, a lack of technical skills, massive increases in demand, illegal mining activities, unreliable infrastructure, worker safety and...
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Challenges and strategies of abandoned mine rehabilitation in South
Abandoned mines are a global challenge with many countries implement projects to address this legacy. This is also the case for South Africa, which has a mature mining industry, dating back to the 1860's. ... The concern around abandoned mines in South Africa was evident as early as 1975 when the Chamber of Mines and the Department of Water ...
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The future of copper mining in South Africa
In recent years, copper mining in South Africa has faced challenges such as declining ore grades, aging infrastructure, and increasing operational costs. Despite these challenges, the industry remains a vital part of the country's economy, providing employment and contributing to export revenues.
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National Hearing on the Underlying Socio-economic …
Challenges of Mining-affected Communities in South Africa (National Hearing or the Hearing). This Report documents the legal context and the proceedings of the SAHRC's National Hearing. It draws on existing literature and evaluates oral and written submissions by respondents with
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SA Mining Outlook: Challenges Persist, but Opportunities …
Despite its importance as a critical pillar of the country's economy, South Africa's mining sector is still beset by a number of challenges that threaten its long term sustainability. Pressure on mining companies has come from regulatory hurdles, rising operational costs and socio-political factors.
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Challenges Facing the South African Gold Mining Industry
The mining industry remains a major contributor to the economy of South Africa. According to data from the Department of Minerals and Energy of South Africa, the sector contributed 7.1 % to gross domestic product in 2003, of which gold was a key contributor in value terms.
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Assessing coal mine closures and mining community …
This paper reviews expected coal mine closures and associated community vulnerabilities and local governance challenges in South Africa. Decommissioning schedules for all coal-fired power stations ...
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Challenges and prospects of small scale mining entrepreneurs in South
Small-scale mining entrepreneurs are confronted with a variety of challenges during both the start-up and growth phase of their businesses not only in South Africa, but all over the world.
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