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Environmental, Corporate & Social Governance
ISO certifications offer sound framework for ESG performance
26th August 2022 The current expectations around environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) performance include protection of the environment, social responsibility investments and corporate governance standards such as holistic accountability as highlighted in the latest King IV standards; in essence,... →
ESG central to miner’s operations
By: Nadine James 26th August 2022 Matters of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) are central to mining as they are core to the notion of sustainability, something that the industry, and coal producer Canyon Coal, have been striving toward for years, says Canyon Coal environmental compliance officer Arjen Nell. He... →
ESG key to improving investor sentiment
By: Tracy Hancock 26th August 2022 Working alongside key stakeholders and employing good governance structures, such as sound environmental, governance and social (ESG) practices, is an effective way of improving investor sentiment about the African mining industry, says coal and heavy minerals mining company Exxaro stakeholder... →
Mine opens R2.5 million community hall
26th August 2022 Openpit mining company Afrimat’s Nkomati Anthracite mine in Mpumalanga in late July officially opened the Mawewe Community Hall in Madadeni, in partnership with the Tribal Authority, Nkomazi Local Municipality and the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy. Nkomati Anthracite committed over... →
Used oil programme reflects ESG drive
26th August 2022 The recent solid financial performance by chemicals manufacturer Omnia Group’s explosives subsidiary BME, is underpinned by its environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) commitment, says MD Ralf Hennecke. Omnia’s mining division – where BME is the main asset – delivered a 29% increase... →
Africa-focused conference will provide key ESG insight for industries
By: Nadine James 26th August 2022 The importance of embedding environment, social and corporate governance (ESG) principles into any modern business cannot be understated, which is why an Africa-focused ESG conference, which situates ESG considerations within the African context, will take place in October. The ESG Africa... →
Firm provides tech solutions to power a greener Mining 4.0
26th August 2022 As countries around the world pledge to achieve net-zero targets over the coming years, it’s not only governments and energy companies that will be put under pressure to deliver, says Nokia mining and natural resources strategic marketing director Marc Jadoul. He cites a recent McKinsey & Company... →
Reusing waste helps mines reach ESG targets
26th August 2022 The South African mining industry has an estimated value of R20.3-trillion; the role the sector plays in the country’s economy is enormous. However, so is the waste (tailings) produced by the sector, says waste management company Interwaste. The company notes that, when considering the waste... →
ESG to evolve from charity to ‘sustainability’
By: Nadine James 26th August 2022 Environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) in mining initially “took a bit too long” to transition from a form of charity to an industry imperative, says professional services firm Accenture sustainability lead for Africa Thandekile Matenga. “When I say charity; ESG in the old days in... →
Ukwazi acquires sidus consulting, solidifying transaction advisory capability
1st February 2022 Niched mining services company, Ukwazi, today announces its acquisition of financial modelling consultancy, Sidus Consulting. The transaction will help grow Ukwazi’s existing solutions portfolio, expanding the business’ integrated mining offering for clients across Africa, the Middle East and... →
Success in sustainable community development initiative
By: Anna Moross 30th July 2021 Global diversified resources company Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) has pledged more than $1-million over the past four years to support its activities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), in partnership with nonprofit organisation the Good Shepherd International Foundation (GSIF). →
Developing social climate spurs ESG activity
By: Anna Moross 30th July 2021 Proactive action in environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) initiatives highlights the increasing importance of companies showing transparency and accountability in the ever-evolving social climate, explains Old Mutual Investment responsible investing group head Jon Duncan. →
ESG is the cornerstone of creating sustainable value
30th July 2021 Environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG), as with corporate social responsibility (CSR), has become increasingly important for mining companies’ survival and sustainable operation, says gold producer Pan African Resources, which adds that non-financial aspects are also considered by... →
Diamond major releases inaugural impact report
30th July 2021 The world’s largest diamond miner by volume Alrosa, earlier this month released its first ever Impact Report, which summarises its social and economic progress in Yakutia – which hosts 90% of Alrosa’s operations – over the last decade. Yakutia is one of the world’s richest regions in terms of... →
Company provides crucial relief for community
By: Anna Moross 30th July 2021 Stainless steel producer Columbus Stainless aims to ensure the educational and social welfare of the Steve Tshwete local community through financial contributions and fundraising, says Columbus Stainless corporate affairs manager Nomsa Thosa. →
Miner empowers local communities
By: Anna Moross 30th July 2021 Investment company Menar subsidiary Canyon Coal has a longstanding history of ensuring social and economic development to empower local communities, says Menar social labour plan manager Nthabiseng Mueti. →
Risk management is an ESG imperative
By: Anna Moross 30th July 2021 There is a close correlation between sustainable development and environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns, says South African gold producer DRDGOLD CEO Niël Pretorius. →
Sustainable business transformation
30th July 2021 Globally, there has been an intensified focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues, with public and private sectors facing increasing pressure to demonstrate climate and social stewardship by transparently disclosing ESG targets and strategies. This focus on ESG will continue to... →
Mazars
30th July 2021 Carrot or stick? Perhaps the healthy equilibrium is to explore the strategic imperative of an integrated sustain-ability strategy. While firmer regulation is aimed at addressing climate change, it threatens at least half of the value of coal, oilfield and gas reserves. The transition to a... →
ESG business critical, not just the right thing to do 
By: Martin Creamer 30th July 2021 De Beers Group, the world’s largest diamond company by value, is working to leave a positive long-lasting legacy beyond mining. To achieve this, it has set 12 Building Forever 2030 Goals, three for each of the four supporting pillars. →
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