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The Mining Industry in 2025: Challenges, Innovation, and the Road Ahead

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Created: Friday, 02 May 2025 08:06

GMG-SAIMM IN-PERSON FORUM
OPINION EDITORIAL

By Dr Gargi Mishra, Organizing Committee Member GMG-SAIMM Johannesburg Forum, Mining Innovation Thought leader

The global mining industry is navigating a landscape shaped by economic uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, and evolving regulations. Rising operational costs, geopolitical tensions, and shifting policies are influencing investment decisions. Supply chain bottlenecks and international conflicts are further increasing delays and expenses, while regulatory shifts—including trade policies and tariffs—add layers of complexity.

Podcast: Hydrometallurgy of the Future

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Created: Friday, 02 May 2025 07:52

Podcast: Exploring South Africa’s ambitious decarbonisation efforts

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Created: Monday, 10 March 2025 08:22

In this compelling episode of The Crucible, former SAIMM President Zelmia Botha (Koketso Project & Commissioning Manager at Anglo American), sits down with Erwee Lourens (Senior Manager of Progress at ArcelorMittal South Africa) to explore South Africa’s ambitious decarbonisation efforts. Erwee, an industry expert, dives into the pressing challenges and groundbreaking opportunities on the path to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. He unpacks the complex balancing act between meeting the country’s energy demands and reducing emissions, emphasising that South Africa’s energy sector remains the largest contributor to carbon output. He also highlights the stark contrast between developed nations with greater resources for decarbonisation, and South Africa’s need to navigate its transition carefully to avoid economic disruption.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of energy, sustainability, and the evolving industrial landscape in South Africa.

Listen to the conversation: https://iono.fm/e/1534106

SAIMM 130th Anniversary Banquet Invitation

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Created: Thursday, 09 January 2025 07:19

We are pleased to invite you to the 130^th Anniversary Banquet of the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM), a momentous occasion to celebrate the rich legacy and enduring impact of the SAIMM. This prestigious event will honour our history, recognise our achievements, and connect minerals industry professionals on the common vision of a reimagined minerals industry.

Leading Beyond Boundaries

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Created: Wednesday, 20 November 2024 15:23

An open conversation on embracing challenges and thoughtful leadership.
Listen in on this captivating conversation between Prelisha Singh, Mark Munroe, and Nomsa Mbere who discuss their experiences in leadership, pitching the appropriate leadership relationship, and the symbiotic nature of leadership roles.
Their conversation spotlights the importance of being open to learning, adapting one's leadership style to their environment, and addressing unconscious bias on the basis of gender.

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Productivity in the Minerals Industry

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Created: Thursday, 12 September 2024 15:54

In this insightful two-part episode, SAIMM YPC Chairperson, Kondwani Banda sits down with Arjen de Bruin, CEO of OIM Consulting to dive deep into the world of Productivity in the Mining Industry. Arjen brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, sharing insights and best practice that is transforming the mining sector. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just curious about how productivity is evolving in the minerals industry, both episodes are packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss.Tune in now! 
Part 1: https://iono.fm/e/1476647
Part 2: https://iono.fm/e/1476649

SAIMM Announces Dr Elias Matinde as President

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Created: Friday, 23 August 2024 11:58

The SAIMM is thrilled to welcome Dr Elias Matinde as the new President of SAIMM for 2024/2025. Elias was born in rural Shurugwi, Zimbabwe, in 1978. He completed high school at Kwekwe High in 1997. Elias holds a PhD in Metallurgical Engineering from Tohoku University in Japan, a Master of Business Administration and a BSc (Hons) Metallurgical Engineering (cum laude) from the University of Zimbabwe, and Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education from the University of the Witwatersrand.

He is a Professional Engineer, a Fellow of the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) and is a Past Fellow (2017-2018) of the African Science Leadership Program.

Bernard Swanepoel Honoured with the Prestigious Brigadier Stokes Award by the South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy

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Created: Friday, 23 August 2024 11:58

At its Annual General Meeting which took place yesterday at the Country Club Johannesburg, the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) proudly announced Bernard Swanepoel, a distinguished leader in the mining industry, as the recipient of the prestigious Brigadier Stokes Award for his outstanding contributions to the field of mining.

The Brigadier Stokes Award was instituted by the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy in 1980 in honour of one of South Africa's most respected mining pioneers, Brigadier Stokes, to commemorate his outstanding and unique contribution to the South African mining industry. This award recognises individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the mining industry through their leadership, innovation, and dedication. Bernard Swanepoel, with his remarkable career spanning over three decades, embodies the spirit and excellence that this award represents.

Passing of Michael Matthew Valenta

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Created: Tuesday, 20 August 2024 10:46

18 July 1968 – 15 August 2024

You're invited to Link to Mike Valenta’s Farewell Memorial
Thursday, 05 September 2024
14:00 - 15:30 (SAST)

It is with deep sadness that we inform members and other stakeholder of the passing of Mike Valenta. Mike was a Fellow of SAIMM and joined the Institute on 21 October 1988. He served on numerous SAIMM committees over the years and his knowledge and expertise will be missed.

Mike had extensive expertise in metallurgy, covering planning and management of test work, beneficiation of various minerals, and modelling metallurgical Processes,

He provided consulting services for concentrator projects, conducted due diligence studies, and acted as a client representative on research projects for various minerals, 

He served as MMMA President for 2002-2003, 2021-2022, 2022-2024 and will be missed for his invaluable contribution to not only the Association but Mining Industry

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and colleagues during this difficult time.

Courtesy of the Mine Metallurgical Managers of South Africa (MMMA)

SAIMM Advertising Opportunities – Rate Card 2024

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Created: Wednesday, 31 July 2024 16:34

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