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Unpacking the Minerals Council South Africa 2024 Report

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

In this exclusive Mining Indaba TV interview, Hugo Pienaar, Chief Economist at the Minerals Council South Africa, unpacks the latest South African Mining Facts and Figures report launched at the event. He shares key highlights, discusses the root causes of poor statistics, and reflects on the industry’s performance over the past decade. Hugo also explores actionable steps to drive progress and what’s needed to future-proof Africa’s mining industry.

Don’t miss this crucial discussion on the state of South Africa’s mining sector and the path forward.

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