In July 2024, Mintek marks its 90th anniversary, join us on a special event focused on actively engaging the small-scale mining and emerging miners industry. The Mintek@90 Symposium is designed to seamlessly blend Mintek's legacy with innovative industry perspectives, creating a unique and impactful experience.
Background
Mining stands as South Africa's economically established and resource-rich sector, contributing significantly to the nation's industrial development. However, post the 2008 financial crisis, the industry has faced challenges in regaining its allure and requires urgent revitalisation to attract essential investments.
The official recognition of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) and Emerging Miners sectors by the South African government in 1994 aimed at fostering social and economic development for historically disadvantaged South Africans. Despite interventions and support structures, challenges persist, necessitating the establishment of an 'assistance body' to promote these sectors and facilitate collaboration among stakeholders.
Mintek, a key stakeholder in the mining sector, acknowledges the need for a more efficient and effective response to the challenges faced by ASM and Emerging Miners. This response involves the creation of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) within Mintek, dedicated to the development and growth of these sectors.
The proposed CoE will formulate a strategic support programme, focusing on implementing the recently published ASM Policy. This programme encompasses strategies, technologies, processes development, and skills support and transfer.
Symposium Details
To kickstart this initiative, Mintek, in collaboration with the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), plans to host a one-day ASM/Emerging Miners Symposium on 11th April 2024, from 09:00 to 15:00, at the MINTEK Auditorium in Randburg, Johannesburg.
Objectives
The symposium will address challenges across various stages of the mining value chain, facilitated by a panel of competent speakers. Short technical presentations from relevant stakeholders, including MINTEK/DMRE/Council for Geosciences, Wits School of Mining Engineering, Mining Qualification Authority (MQA), Mine Health & Safety Council (MHSC), Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), and MCSA, will provide insights and potential solutions.
Who Should Attend
This symposium is tailored for professionals, experts, and stakeholders in the mining industry, including:
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