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Minerals council of south africa

Minerals Council of SA reveals priority interventions for mine safety

By Theto Mahlakoana

The number of deaths recorded so far in the industry has raised alarm, more so among trade unions that blame mining companies for the fatalities.

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    180 days ago
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    Minerals Council: Graft damages SA reputation as credible investment destination

    In a statement on Wednesday morning, the council urged the President and law enforcement authorities to act urgently against all those who had looted public funds

    716 days ago
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    Deaths in SA mines fall to 51, lowest in a century, says Minerals Council

    A poor safety record in South African mines, which have some of the deepest in the world, has been a concern for investors.

    757 days ago
  • Miners at work in a mine shaft. Picture: AFP

    SA mining industry struggling to contain spread of COVID-19

    The number of positive coronavirus cases confirmed within the sector so far suggests the spread is not easing, with 1,559 active cases at the last count, while 1,166 workers have recovered.

    766 days ago
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    Clean energy transition must be sustainable for communities - Minerals Council

    The Minerals Council South Africa said that a "just transition" to cleaner energy should be done without creating further hardships for South African communities.

    920 days ago
  • FILE: Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo swearing in the Bavelile Hlongwa as Deputy Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy at Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria on 30 May 2019. Picture: GCIS

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    Deputy Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Bavelile Hlongwa died on Friday in an accident along the N1, outside Hammanskraal.

    1062 days ago
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    Eskom tariff hikes could see struggling mines fold, says Minerals Council

    The National Energy Regulator of South Africa has approved a tariff hike of 9.41% for this year.

    1254 days ago
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    Mashaba was speaking at Nersa’s public hearings that are currently underway at the Soweto Theatre in Jabulani.

    1288 days ago
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    Minerals Council studying new Mining Charter

    Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe unveiled some details of the 2018 Charter at a briefing in Pretoria.

    1415 days ago
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