Mining modernisation, with private and public sectors as drivers, is an urgent strategic priority for the South African economy, a study undertaken by industry leaders, researchers, government partners, and innovators from across the South African spectrum reported very forcefully this week. “We see that our competitors are investing heavily in digitisation and automation, as well as critical minerals and beneficiation.

South Africa's mining industry faces significant challenges in modernisation, with reports highlighting the need for increased investment in research, skills development, and…

The future of modernisation in South African mining will not be forged by individual companies or institutions working in isolation but collectively by industry leaders,…