South Africa’s mining sector, which has been a significant contributor to the country’s economy for over a century, continues to face challenges. Despite this, the industry remains a crucial pillar of the nation’s economic reconstruction and recovery. Recently, the Minerals Council South Africa held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), where the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Mr. Gwede Mantashe, shared critical insights into the current state and trajectory of the mining sector.
Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane, the Honourable Deputy Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, recently delivered the 2023/24 Budget Vote speech, outlining the key goals and initiatives for South Africa’s mining and energy industries. ### Transformation, Empowerment, and Sustainable Growth
South Africa’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, has provided insights into the country’s mining and energy sectors. In this article, we discuss the progress, achievements, challenges, and investments within these industries. ### Universal Access to Electricity
South Africa is taking a big step towards enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in the region. Thanks to the collaboration between Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Mr Buti Manamela, and multinational company Sasol, the University of Mpumalanga will receive a mobile science laboratory on May 17th.
South Africa has a rich and complicated history, but it also boasts breathtaking natural beauty and endless opportunities for exploration. Despite the challenges that the country faces, Tammy Southby’s blog, Sunshine Simplicities, focuses on the positive aspects of South Africa that often go unnoticed.
