
J.J. discusses ways to overcome obstacles, improve transparency and accountability, and align with global best practices to ensure sustainable development. He also addresses the complexity of multiple mining standards and explores whether a unified industry standard is the solution. For junior miners, J.J. shares valuable advice on adopting best practices from the outset of their projects. Finally, he offers his perspective on what future-proofing African mining means today.
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The mining and sustainability leader will take over as President and CEO of the ICMM on 23 November, succeeding Rohitesh Dhawan after more than five years at the helm.

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