Department of Mineral Resources & Energy
Gold
Congratulations Minister Gwede Mantashe!
In the midst of South Africa’s woeful Covid programme and rolling power cuts – we congratulate the minister on his latest achievement.
Gold
DMRE grants renewal of Pan African Resources’ Barberton Mining Rights
“We view the granting of the mining right renewals by the DMRE for a 30-year period as an endorsement of our efforts and operations."
Uncategorized
MCSA supports regulatory reforms to streamline self-generation projects
Self-generation projects can assist easing electricity supply constraints while improving the competitiveness of the mining sector.
Health and safety
Tackling HIV in the mining industry
The guidance assists companies to manage HIV which requires employers to put policies, plans, awareness and monitoring in place.
Oil and Gas
Karoo deep drilling: Geo-environmental baseline research project
The CGS is developing a geo-environmental baseline model which will influence requirements for shale gas exploration.
Platinum Group Metals
Another speed bump for Platinum Group Metals
Platinum Group has completed extensive consultations with recognized representatives in local communities, the DMRE and government.
Gold
How can government increase mining’s GDP contribution in 2021?
“The goal to lift mining’s contribution to the GDP to 10%, from 8% at present, is realistic, but requires actions from the government."
Investment
Promises and predications for South Africa ahead of PDAC 2021
"I invite the investors to partner with us as we work to place South Africa's mining and energy sectors on an upward trend."
Exploration
Step-change needed to expedite exploration in South Africa
Exploration is expected to become a key focus for South Africa as the DMRE looks to release a six-point exploration strategy.
Exploration
South Africa slips further down investor popularity list
South Africa is now also ranked 11th of the 13 African countries included in the survey, ahead of only Zimbabwe and Tanzania.
