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Mining Law in South Africa | CMS

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South Africa's mining sector 'gearing for growth' as

Amid electricity and logistical constraints, as well as an increase in crime and corruption, the mining sector contributed only 6.3% to South Africa's GDP in 2023, down from 7.3% in 2022 ...

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ILLEGAL MINING CLAMPDOWN IN SOUTH AFRICA: …

Illegal artisanal gold mining in South Africa is in the spotlight again. Under Operation Vala Umgodi ("plug the hole"), South African authorities have since December 2023 been trying to disrupt the illicit gold mining economy by cutting off water, food and other supplies to the miners working underground.

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Optimization of shift cycles in the South African mining sector

Previous research conducted across eight operations in the South African mining industry revealed that over half of the sample of 875 participating mineworkers usually obtained less than 6 hours of sleep in the 24 hours before a work shift, and 31% reported having occasionally fallen asleep at work (Hodgskiss et al., 2015). Although this sample ...

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Mining and your Community: Know your Environmental Rights

Mining is an important industry in South Africa, but it is also an industry with a damaging impact. Mining often pollutes the water, air and soil, and can disrupt farming activities and community life. Communities throughout South Africa struggle to defend their rights to their land, to their environment and to their resources when

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South Africa remains attractive mining investment destination, …

The South African mining industry is diversifying from the gold mining era to an industry with a diverse range of mineral resources that include platinum group metals (PGMs), chrome, manganese ...

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Mining Law in South Africa | Laws regulating Mining Law

In South Africa, the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act 28 of 2002 ("MPRDA"), is the primary regulatory framework for the exploitation of mineral resources in South Africa. The MPRDA was established against the …

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South African Gas Market | ASX Gas Explorer | Kinetiko Energy

The South African Government recognises the energy the crisis as South Africa's number one priority issue. With 85% of power being generated by ageing coal-fired power stations, many of which are facing closure due to end of life and the depletion of nearby coal resources, the need for immediate, cleaner, low cost energy is paramount to the ...

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More indications of quality copper in South Africa's well-endowed

Results reported in this announcement have confirmed both strike and down-dip continuity of previously intersected high-grade copper mineralisation, highlighting the potential for further upside ...

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South African mineral rights may expire sooner than their holders …

South African rights to prospect and mine are granted for a fixed duration in terms of the Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act 28 of 2002 (MPRDA). Prospecting rights are granted for a maximum period of five years, renewable for a further single period not exceeding three years, and mining rights are granted for a maximum period of 30 years, renewable for further …

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South Africa's government won't help the illegal miners inside a …

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa's government says it won't help a group of illegal miners inside a closed mine in the country's North West province who have been denied access to basic supplies as part of an official strategy against illegal mining.. The miners in the mineshaft in Stilfontein are believed to be suffering from a lack of food, water and other basic …

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Demystifying Section 11 of the MPRDA: Transferring Mining Rights …

In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to Section 11, explaining its significance, requirements and implications for those seeking to transfer mining rights in the country. Understanding Section 11 of the MPRDA 1. The Purpose and Importance of Section 11. Section 11 of the MPRDA serves as a crucial component of South Africa's ...

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South Africa ­ Mining Law 2016 · ICLG

A mining right is granted for a maximum period of 30 years provided that the holder is entitled to apply for renewal for periods not exceeding 30 years. In regard to petroleum, an applicant has to apply for a ... Prospecting rights and mining rights in South Africa can be held by foreign entities, whether natural or juristic. If a foreign ...

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In brief: mining rights and title in South Africa

A look at some of the key legal and practical considerations surrounding mining rights and title in South Africa, including the extent of state control, renewal and transfer of licences, and ...

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An untapped goldmine: opportunities for South African mining

5 AN UNTAPPED GOLDMINE: OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOUTH AFRICAN MINING South African electricity is also among the most expensive of its peer group of mining countries, with costs per kWh higher than Australia and the fourth highest in our sample. With the recently approved tariff hike of ~19% by the National Electricity Regulator of South Africa (NERSA),

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Apply for a mining right | South African Government

A mining right may not exceed a period of 30 years. A mining right is granted if: the operation is in line with the Mining Charter. Apply for environmental authorisation at the same time. Pay the non-refundable application fee. If the system accepts the application, you will be notified.

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DOING BUSINESS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Mining rights registered in the Mineral and Petroleum Titles Registration Office constitute limited real rights in the land covered by the mining right. SECTION 11: TRANSFERABILITY AND ENCUMBRANCE OF RIGHTS UNDER THE MPRDA A prospecting right, mining right or an interest in any such right, or a controlling interest in a company or close

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Land Ownership and Mining Rights in Africa

The legal dispute resolution process regarding land ownership and mining rights in Africa plays a significant role in aiding conflict resolution between property owners and mining companies.. In South Africa, the Section 54 dispute process is an essential mechanism that involves mediation by the Department of Mineral Resources manager to address conflicts over …

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Illegal Mining: The dark heart of South Africa's mining industry

Mining has long been the backbone of South Africa's economy, contributing 7.5% to GDP and 60% of total exports. However, illegal mining activities cost the state over R70 billion in lost gold production alone.

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South Africa's Legal Guide for Mineral Exploration

Typically, exclusive mining or prospecting rights in South Africa have a duration of 30 years, ensuring a substantial timeframe for exploration and extraction activities. The renewal process for these rights is robust, allowing …

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Mines, Claims And Mineral Properties For Sale in South Africa

Minimum value must be less than maximum. Min: Max: Any Min; $50,000; $100,000; $150,000; $200,000; $300,000; $500,000; $750,000; $1,000,000; ... My client is looking for an Investor for his Gold Mining operation in South Africa. ... **Proposal for the Sale of Coal Mining Rights** **To: Prospective Buyer/Investor **Introduction** We are ...

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Redefining South Africa's mining: facing global challenges and …

South Africa's mining industry has long been the backbone of the country, renowned for its vast reserves of precious metals and minerals. Recent trends and events have raised questions about the future of the industry and its ability to compete globally. These trends include fluctuating commodity prices and enterprise valuations, challenges ...

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Minerals Act 50 of 1991

REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Vol. 311 Cape Town 22 May 1991 No. 13253 THE PRESIDENCY ... Continuation of mining rights 48. Continuation of reservations, permissions and certain rights 49. Certain functions of Mining Commissioner performed by regional director 50 . 50. to in or acts

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Understanding Mining Rights in South Africa: …

The MPRDA is the primary legislation governing mining rights in South Africa. It sets out the requirements and procedures for obtaining, maintaining, and transferring mining rights, as well as the environmental, …

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Mining & Mineral Law | Webber Wentzel

South Africa boasts an abundance of mineral wealth and offers considerable investment opportunities. Prior to 2004 the right to mine was associated with land ownership rights. The legislation has since been revised and now the State exercises sovereignty over all mineral and petroleum resources within the country as they are considered the ...

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Spotlight: Mining law in South Africa

The South African government's formal position on mining and international investment is that South Africa is 'open for business' and that investment in the mining sector is to be welcomed, while ...

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Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act 2002

ACKNOWLEDGING that South Africa's mineral and petroleum resources belong to the nation and that the State is the custodian thereof; ... Transferability and encumbrance of prospecting rights and mining rights (1) A prospecting right or mining right or an interest in any such right, or a controlling interest in a company or close corporation ...

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The right to consent or reject mining projects in South Africa

The experience of over 150 years of mining in South Africa has shown that it is marginalised mining affected communities, particularly women, who subsidise large-scale mining operations. Between 2007 and 2018 the industry reported net profits of R221 Billion Rand.

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Minerals Council optimistic about ongoing MPRDA review

He cites Statistics South Africa's finding that expenditure on mineral exploration in the country declined by 8.1% every year between 2015 and 2023.

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Spotlight: Mining law in South Africa

This article is an extract from The Mining Law Review, 10th Edition. Click here for the full guide.. I OVERVIEW. For more than a century, South Africa's mining industry has been one of the main ...

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