Groundwater monitoring should warn us before the damage is done
A mine can have years of groundwater data, a network of monitoring boreholes and water quality records, yet still face the basic question of whether that network could detect a…
Mine closure should build a bridge to what comes next
Mine closure has changed considerably over the past few decades. Environmental obligations have strengthened, financial provision has become more formalised, and the social consequences of a mine closing receive far…
WMI seminar challenges mining to move from legacy to leadership
Learning from South African mining’s past consequences, and progressing toward a more sustainable and inclusive industry, will be the focus of the Wits Mining Institute (WMI) 2026 seminar. With the…
What lies beneath can change groundwater risk in modern mining
Groundwater is difficult to see, yet easy to simplify. In water-scarce mining regions, however, it can be one of the most sensitive parts of the environmental system. Mining operations, neighbouring…
Celebrating women who shape Africa’s environmental future
Earlier this year, more than 60 professionals from across the SRK Consulting global network gathered in Sandton at the Contaminated Land Environmental Rehabilitation (CLER) Workshop to exchange specialist knowledge on…
Water stewardship and integrated mining solutions for Namibia’s next phase of growth
Namibia’s mining industry continues to attract investment across uranium, gold, copper and other critical minerals, positioning the sector for another period of growth. As mining operations expand, however, success will…
From ‘black box’ to ‘blue box’ in tailings storage facility water management
In many mine-wide water balances, the tailings storage facility (TSF) still appears as a single line item: a convenient ‘black box’ where water goes in, something comes out and the…
Mining sector turns to private renewables as CBAM and tariff pressures redefine competitiveness
As the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) enters its permanent phase and global buyers tighten emissions disclosure requirements, South African mining operations are accelerating the integration of privately…
Environmental, closure risk are key aspects of mining due diligence
The viability of mining projects can increasingly be compromised by unforeseen challenges to their environmental and social sustainability – highlighting the role of due diligence from the earliest stages of…
Cleaner water, cleaner mining: The tech transforming wastewater treatment
Modern wastewater treatment relies on continuous monitoring of water levels, flow rates and chemical composition. Without accurate data, treatment plants risk accidental discharges, equipment failures and regulatory non-compliance. VEGA’s instrumentation…
New mining rehabilitation guarantee launched for Africa
As Africa’s mining landscape shifts toward stricter environmental stewardship and more rigorous mine closure obligations, a new partnership is reshaping how the continent approaches financial assurance. Credeq Africa, an authorised…
Integrated water approach sets a benchmark for responsible mining
As South Africa grapples with a national water crisis marked by Day Zero warnings in all regions and ageing infrastructure nationwide, a new model for resource resilience is emerging from…
Why African miners must upgrade machinery now
The African mining equipment sector is entering a decisive phase. Growth across the continent is not simply expanding opportunity; it is fundamentally raising the performance, scale and efficiency standards required…
Mining companies are stepping in to protect Africa’s most precious resource
Africa’s most precious commodity is under severe strain. Water infrastructure is failing, and industrially polluted water is pouring into rivers and groundwater. Across the continent, governments and local communities are…
From degradation to restoration: The new face of mining
Illegal mining has long been a national crisis, destabilising an industry that has sustained livelihoods for generations. While headlines often focus on billions lost to the economy, there is another…
Enhancing mine safety and TCO: The strategic role of robust fluid control
African mining operations face a tough balancing act: improving efficiency while meeting ever-stricter ESG (environmental, social & governance) expectations. In deep-level shafts and large process plants, reliability in fluid control…
Building Africa: Legal and strategic drivers behind successful energy and infrastructure projects
Africa sits at a crossroads. The continent is rich in natural resources, faces growing energy demand, and urgently needs modern infrastructure. Yet translating this potential into sustainable, long-term development is…
Mining sector refines young talent – its most valuable resource
The mining industry is reimagining itself, empowering the youth as a precious asset for the future. Across the sector, stakeholders have committed to attracting young people and unlocking their full…
ESG Africa student innovation competition 2025 now open
In a significant move to celebrate Youth month in South Africa and champion sustainable innovation, the third annual ESG Africa Student Innovation Competition has officially opened for entries. This prestigious…
African mining sectors poised to meet market demand more responsibly
The global demand for critical minerals is rising sharply as countries accelerate their energy transitions and industrialisation agendas. Africa, with its significant reserves of copper, cobalt, manganese, graphite, platinum group…
Energy transition brings mining beneficiation into focus – who wins?
Energy is on the minds of policymakers worldwide. In South Africa, while we may be at the beginning of the end of loadshedding, the government and broader society continue to…
Harnessing the potential of critical minerals in southern Africa
Southern Africa is poised at a unique crossroads: a moment of unparalleled opportunity to leverage its vast reserves of critical minerals to drive not only economic transformation but also a…
The communities we leave behind: Charting a sustainable legacy for mining in SA
The 2025 Mining Indaba theme, “Futureproofing African mining, today”, compels us to reflect on the legacies mining companies create and the responsibilities they shoulder in shaping the lives of communities…
Kenmare Resources gears for growth with new US$200m facility
London-listed Kenmare Resources plc, operator of the Moma titanium minerals mine in northern Mozambique, has secured a funding package to refinance a maturing revolving credit facility (RCF) and a five-year…
Theta now fully permitted, with mining right 83 secured
Theta Gold Mines Limited advises that mining right (MR) 83 is now fully permitted for mining. MR 83 includes the Beta Mine, CDM Mine and Frankfort Mine – three of…
Top risks facing the natural resources industry
In a world where the population burgeons and the clamour for resources intensifies, the intricate dance between meeting community needs and sustaining economic growth becomes more challenging than ever. Industries…
Revolutionising the mining industry: Leading the charge with advanced ESG strategies
The global mining sector is making strides toward a sustainable future, with the integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles playing a pivotal role. As the industry progresses, it…
Driving sustainable development – circularity and ESG in mining
Mining is a historically linear process: We take materials from the earth, make products from them and eventually throw them away as waste. With the intensification of climate change, environmental…
Balancing environmental and social responsibility with economic growth and evolving environmental mining regulations
The mining industry is at the forefront of the sustainability debate, having been a major contributor to climate change, biodiversity loss, depletion of freshwater resources and environmental degradation. With mounting…
Mining’s green shift – partnering for sustainable transitions
The move away from fossil fuels toward clean energy sources was described by the International Energy Agency as “unstoppable” in its latest edition of the World Energy Outlook. At COP28…
A call for transformative leadership
The mining sector faces an increasing call for integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into its DNA. Transformative leadership in this context doesn’t merely pivot on compliance; it’s about…
Strategic considerations for critical minerals projects
Critical minerals are at the heart of the digital transition and the energy transition. Increased automation, processing and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) mean more smart phone batteries, computer…
Empowering businesses to create jobs for unemployed youth
The Youth Employment Service (YES) is a youth-focused and business-led initiative that addresses the country’s youth unemployment crisis by empowering businesses to create jobs for unemployed youth. YES has collaborated…
Tax deductibility of ESG-related expenses
The sustainability of economies and, in turn, society, largely hinges on how well we adopt environmental, social and governance (ESG). Given that naturally this comes at some cost, the tax…
Examining the evolution of ESG
The rise of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors as a means of gauging investment value lies in a fundamental mind shift that has taken place in a society that…
DMT Kai Batla leads the way in sustainability and just transition
In an era where sustainability is not merely a buzzword but a critical necessity, DMT is committed to playing a pivotal role in facilitating a just transition for businesses and…