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Day 01: Minerals Council South Africa at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026
Impact-driven engagement and collaboration highlighting mining as a catalyst for inclusive growth and investment.
The Minerals Council actively participates in strategic conversations on investment, growth and collaboration at the Mining Indaba 2026. Through panel discussions, speaker sessions and key engagements, the Minerals Council brings industry, government and partners together to explore how mining can unlock shared value. The focus is on practical solutions that support confidence, competitiveness and long-term benefits for South Africa’s economy and society.
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Meet the Mining Indaba day 01 Minerals Council speakers
"We are succeeding as an industry, but we can do better. Mining is a foundation stone of the economy, and if we promote it positively, we can unlock even greater value for South Africa.”
- Paul Dunne, President, Minerals Council
Media statements and sound bites
Media statement: State of the mining nation
Media statement: Launch of the Facts and Figures 2025 Pocketbook
Facts and Figures 2025 Pocketbook
The Minerals Council has launched its Facts and Figures 2025 Pocketbook. It presents a data-based narrative about the state of mining in South Africa. The Pocketbook demonstrates why #MiningMatters, highlighting mining’s economic and social impact. The comprehensive Facts and Figures 2025 publication will be published in the third quarter of 2026.
The mining sector in 2025
to South Africa.
Mining for Mzanzi, mining for growth.
Mining is the foundation of South Africa’s economy, supporting growth, jobs, and infrastructure. Beyond minerals, it uplifts people by creating safe working places, empowering communities, creating business opportunities, and driving transformation. This fact sheet shows why #MiningMatters to South Africa.
Presentation
Launch of the Facts and Figures 2025 Pocketbook
Presented by Bongani Motsa, Acting Chief Economist at the Minerals Council South Africa, this presentation provides a current, data-driven snapshot of the mining sector and aligns with the launch of the Facts and Figures 2025 pocket book. It highlights the sector’s contribution to the economy, employment and communities, supporting informed dialogue and a deeper understanding of why mining matters.
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André Lourens, Economist, Minerals Council South Africa
André is a resource economist with deep expertise in mining economics, critical minerals, electricity supply, logistics, and input cost dynamics providing data-driven insights that shape policy and industry Read More
Lindokuhle Zwane, GBVF Project Coordinator, Minerals Council South Africa
Lindokuhle is a young mining professional and Gender Based Violence and Femicide specialist who is reshaping how safety, wellbeing, and sustainability are understood in the mining Read More
This isn’t just another session. It’s a platform where the next generation shapes the future of mining.
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Harmony Gold has launched its first women-tailored leadership programme, “Women Who Lead”, bringing together eight women leaders for a six-month journey in leadership models, Read More
As Senior Executive at the Minerals Council SA, Presidential Climate Commissioner, and Deputy Chair of the B20 Energy Mix & Just Transition Task Force, Shamini is helping shape a more inclusive, sustainable future for mining.
In Read More
In this #MiningMatters interview, Dr Thuthula Balfour, Head of Health at Minerals Council SA, discusses why mining workplaces must be built on a simple but powerful principle: every life matters. She Read More
Through investment Read More
There are 67 TCCs across the country, yet many communities still Read More
Here are some of the features highlighted in this month’s edition:
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Grace Mphasa is a mom and a Drill Operator at Mafube Colliery whose work in mining has helped her build a brighter future for her family. In this #MiningMatters interview, she reflects on her journey, Read More
We are pleased to share our latest media statement: South Africa’s mining industry invests more than R5bn on employee training, with a growing focus on community youth development.
This reflects the sector’s commitment to Read More
Download the media statement here: https://ow.ly/CE2250XzXq3
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The Medium term budget update outlines that sluggish growth and population rise will shrink per-capita income unless sectors like mining drive recovery.
Mining’s contribution to jobs, investment and tax revenues can Read More