JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – South African gold producer Harmony Gold on Thursday stated that its former financial director, Frank Abbott, would continue to serve on its board as an executive director for the next 12 months.

Abbott would focus on the strategic planning and growth of the company.

"We are delighted that Abbott has agreed to remain a member of our team. He has played a key role in the success of this company. He has vast experience in the gold mining industry, he has driven some of Harmony’s major transactions in the past and his skills are invaluable to us," said Harmony CEO Graham Briggs.

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