COVID-19
Copper
Returning to Lubumbashi: DRC Mining Week “embracing the recovery”
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“DRC is still an exciting destination for investors and business in the sector has by no means come to a standstill,” says event portfolio director Emmanuelle Nicholls.
Coal
What trends will drive growth in South Africa’s mining sector?
South Africa has not attracted investment to allow for new mines to be opened or for substantial exploration campaigns to be carried out.
Health and safety
Government admits private sector may purchase COVID vaccines
Solidarity and AfriForum will continue to hold the government liable and accountable and will continuously act as watchdogs.
Coal
Khanye Colliery continues to break records
The remaining life of mine is 14 years at annual run of mine production target of 2.4 million tons per annum.
Health and safety
South Africa’s alcohol problem – prohibition is not the way
It is advisable that government continue to enforce curfew regulations while permitting the sale of alcohol under controlled conditions.
Gold
Commodity outlook: precious metals
Will the gold continue its run in 2021 - or will silver outshine gold? And what does the year hold in store for other precious metals?
Gold
COVID-19 didn’t keep Consulmet down
Strong engineering skill sets and expertise has seen Consulmet’s business continue to flourish, even during the worst periods of COVID-19.
Diamonds & Gemstones
HEALTH & SAFETY: De Beers – Venetia
“As a business, our first and most important value is to Put Safety First. We value the health and safety of our people above all else."
Exploration
Exploration and COVID-19: A challenging year ahead for juniors
“When you look at the various commodity prices, we saw a dramatic crash around March and April 2020, particularly for base metals."
Gold
Own the impact of 2021!
The COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly increased the need for digitisation and it is crucial to embrace this change to remain competitive.