Mineral resources minister
Minister: If companies cannot mine safely they shouldn’t mine at all
Mosebenzi Zwane released the 2016 statistics on health and safety in the mining sector on Thursday.
Minister Radebe said at a post-Cabinet briefing that President Zuma is dealing with the matter.
Cosatu says Zwane’s indifferent attitude toward the Langlaagte tragedy resembles what he did at Lily Mine.
He says the question regarding his resignation over a controversial statement doesn’t belong in Parliament.
The ANC has called for action to be taken against Minister Zwane for bringing the country into disrepute.
Platinum producers are preparing to start wage talks in the sector.
Mosebenzi Zwane said when mine companies prioritise the safety of workers, the deaths will decrease.
The operation to rescue three trapped miners at the Lily Mine is now in its eighth day.
The party’s Ndlozi says the president must reverse Zwane’s appointment as a minister.
Zwane replaces Ngoako Ramatlhodi, who has now been appointed as Public Service Minister.
Ngoako Ramatlhodi says illegal mining can be prevented if disused mines are policed.
Govt, Chamber of Mines and mining CEO's are meeting to find a solution to the mining sector crises.
Minister Susan Shabangu is livid with Amplat's plans to restructure its operations.
Mineral Resources Minister defends decision to go ahead with the fracking of shale gas in the Karoo.
Government has lifted a moratorium on shale gas exploration.