Namibia, a nation renowned for its breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife, is becoming more and more well-known for its booming oil & gas industry. Namibia is quickly rising to the…
The major players on the world energy production stage are well known, and particularly in the field of oil and gas, where most of them have been in the game…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent address at the 2024 Mining Indaba resonated with many in the industry. His acknowledgement of mining’s vital role in South Africa’s economy, coupled with…
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…
Blessed by abundant natural resources, Africa’s mining sector has historically been a driving force behind the continent’s economic growth. However, the industry now faces myriad challenges. It is crucial to…
With the Mining Indaba fast approaching, mining companies should prioritise understanding the new director liability provision proposed in the National Water Amendment Bill, published on 17 November 2023. Potential director…
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…
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the implementation of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, 2002 (the MPRDA), the keystone legislation governing mining in South Africa. Despite the…
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…
