Why other regulated sectors should consider social & labour plans
Mining, until now, has been the sector in South Africa where social & labour plans (SLPs) are a legal requirement. These plans are designed to ensure that while companies take…
Rand Refinery’s 2025 Sustainability Report sets out impactful African story
Rand Refinery, Africa’s only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA)-accredited precious metals refinery and a global referee, today unveiled its Sustainability Report. The report covers the last three years’ performance, underscoring…
Three trends reshaping workplace safety in South Africa
Despite mining fatalities associated with workplace safety dropping 24% from 2023, high-risk sectors in South Africa remain plagued by fatigue and congested worksites. To mitigate these challenges demands stronger HSEQ…
The critical issue of ESG Skills – How to bridge the supply and demand ‘gap’
Over the last half-century, sustainable development concepts have increasingly woven themselves into the fabric of economic discussions, resulting in advances in human capital across finance, life sciences, and social sciences.…
ESG Africa Conference – New year, new name and new theme!
The organizers of Africa’s largest sustainability conference and exhibition, formerly known as the ESG Africa Conference, are excited to announce two significant updates for this year’s event, which will take…
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…
Chinese-invested Husab mine marks 10 years of sustainable growth in Namibia
Chinese-invested Swakop Uranium‘s Husab Mine in Namibia has celebrated its 10th anniversary since its commencement of operations at an event held at the mine, near the town of Swakopmund in…
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…