YPC Student Debate

BACKGROUND

The objectives of the SAIMM in the mining and mineral industry is to allow professionals to convene, engage, inform and educate. This coming October is the Young Professionals Month, which will put a spotlight on the impact young professionals making in the mining and minerals industry. The activities in October will allow young professionals to convene and engage with other young professionals including industry professionals, and subject matter experts. Students and young professionals will inform and educate their peers on new research and developments in the industry.
The 2024 theme for the young professional’s month is Promoting the retention and prosperity of young professionals in the mining and minerals industry.

Student Debate: 10th of October, DRA head offices
Topic: What needs to be done to address employment opportunities and retention of young professionals in the mining and minerals industry?
Debate Topics: Youth participation in the mining sector, Entrepreneurship, Policy Changes & Local Beneficiation of Minerals, Mentorship & Postgraduate training, Increase in Investment funding into the mining sector.