Ben Magara

Ben Magara is a South African mining executive who serves as CEO of Ntsimbintle Holdings, a diversified mining and resources investment company. He is a prominent figure in the South African mining sector, known for his leadership roles in major resource companies. Magara previously held the position of CEO at Lonmin, the platinum producer, where he led the company through a challenging period of restructuring and operational improvement following the Marikana tragedy. Before Lonmin, he served in senior executive roles at Anglo American Platinum (Amplats), where he gained extensive experience in platinum-group metals operations. His career has spanned multiple commodities and operational contexts, giving him broad expertise in mining strategy, stakeholder engagement and corporate turnaround. At Ntsimbintle Holdings, Magara oversees a portfolio that includes interests in manganese, chrome and other minerals, with operations and projects in South Africa's key mining regions. He is recognised for his focus on operational efficiency, safety performance and sustainable mining practices. Magara's leadership is frequently covered in South African mining media, reflecting his influence on industry debates around transformation, investment and the future of the country's resource sector. His background in engineering and mine management underpins his operational approach to executive leadership.