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15 April 2025

Expected mining sector contraction in Q1 2025 will be a hit to real GDP

Mining Production: February 2025 Economic report archive

The latest figures for real mining production indicate a tough start to 2025, with nine out of the 12 mining subcategories showing month-on-month (m-o-m) output declines in February. As a result, according to Stats SA, total seasonally adjusted mining production declined by a steep 4.4% m-o-m in February.

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Inclusive procurement, enterprise and supplier development media roundtable

The Minerals Council hosted a media roundtable on inclusive procurement and ESD, amid the pending MPRDA review and ongoing mining transformation efforts.

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FOGAP 2025 Annual
Day of Learning

The Minerals Council, in partnership with SANIRE, AMMSA, and SACMA, hosted the Falls of Ground Action Plan (FOGAP) Day of Learning 2025, under the theme "Olympics of Falls of Ground".

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Minerals Council’s Ex-Mineworkers Occupational Lung Disease Guide

This booklet is a resource for ex-mineworkers regarding the healthcare programmes available, should they be diagnosed with an Occupational Lung Disease.

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JOIN THE MINERALS COUNCIL AT THE INVESTING IN AFRICAN MINING INDABA 2025

This year, we will launch the 2024 Facts & Figures Pocketbook and host the State of the Mining Nation briefing. Our CEO will have a fireside chat with Eskom & Transnet CEOs.

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2024 COMPREHENSIVE FACTS AND FIGURES

The Comprehensive Facts and Figures 2024 Pocketbook highlights the vital role of mining in South Africa’s economy and society. The book showcases the industry’s contributions, challenges, and opportunities for sustainable growth.

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