2015128· Though a major source of revenue for South Africa (SA), the current state of the mining sector does not directly benefit the previously disadvantaged who dominate small-scale mining.
A policy published on 30 March by the South African Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy aims to create a formalised, sustainable artisanal and small-scale mining (“ ASM ”) industry in South Africa, to eliminate illegal ASM operations and promote job creation. The ASM Policy follows the which was published for public comment on 5 May (“ Draft …
61· While South Africa is respected in the mining fraternity for its seemingly prosperous large-scale mining industry; its artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector is characterised by informal and illegal activities with limited prospects for growth and contribution to socio-economic development.
20241118· KEY TAKEAWAYS South Africa contributes over 40% of the world''s chrome supply, cementing its position as a global leader. Key chrome …
2025121· However, small-scale mining is a misnomer. The cost of cutting through the red tape to get a mining permit puts this out of reach of the vast …
2025515· The South African government is set to transform the artisanal and small-scale mining sector with the approval of the Mineral Resources Development Bill of 2025, aimed at enhancing regulatory clarity and boosting economic growth.
2025214· This article is a repost from the Sunday Times South Africa from February 9, 2025 The World Bank estimates that artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) directly employs at least 45 million people in 80 countries. Yet the sector’s reach does not end there: an additional 270 million people are working in services related to the sector bringing its direct and indirect …
Small to medium scale mining equipment for the recovery of gold, chrome, tin, tantalite and more. We are based in South Africa, but our mineral processing …
2025214· This article is a repost from the Sunday Times South Africa from February 9, 2025 The World Bank estimates that artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) directly employs at least 45 million people in 80 countries. Yet the sector’s reach does not end there: an additional 270 million people are working in services related to the sector bringing its direct and indirect …
46· A policy published on 30 March by the South African Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy aims to create a formalised, sustainable artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) industry in South Africa, to eliminate illegal ASM …
A small–scale mine has been defined as a mining activity employing less than 50 people and with an annual turnover of less than 7.5 million Rand and includes artisanal mines. Small–scale miners are involved in many commodities but there appears to be a bias towards gold, diamonds and quarrying for construction materials, including brickclays.
We specialize in supplying the artisanal miner with a range of small to medium-scale mining equipment, prospecting equipment, Geo Exploration Equipment, on-site consultation or a complete gold mining plant.
201637· Small-scale mining entrepreneurs are confronted with a variety of challenges during both the start-up and growth phase of their businesses not …
ABSTRACT Since 1994, the South African government has demarcated the artisanal and small-scale mining ("ASM") sector for the promotion of the economic participation of previously disadvantaged persons within the country''s broader economy. Various domestic policy documents refer to the ASM sector as one deserving of structural development and adequate regulation. …
11· Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) activities that occur without a mining permit, therefore, are illegal and criminalised. The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) in South Africa recently released the draft Artisanal and Small-Scale mining policy for implementation in March .
2024221· Regulations and compliance are blocking South Africa''s junior operators despite the untapped potential of its alluvial diamond deposits.
2024221· Situated along South Africa''s west coast, near the border with Namibia, Baken boasts a landscape of rugged beauty, renowned for its …
ABSTRACT Since 1994, the South African government has demarcated the artisanal and small-scale mining ("ASM") sector for the promotion of the economic participation of previously disadvantaged persons within the country''s broader economy. Various domestic policy documents refer to the ASM sector as one deserving of structural development and adequate regulation. …
A conceptual framework for reframing artisanal and small-scale mining: understanding characterization of artisanal and small-scale mining in South Africa by M. Chuma1*, T.-L. Field1, and N. Mutemeri1 * Paper written on project work carried out in partial fulfilment of Doctor Philosophy (School of Law) degree
202536· How to Know if You Need Small, Medium, or Large-Scale Gold Mining Equipment? Gold mining in South Africa happens at different scales, and choosing the right equipment depends on your mining operation’s size and output. Small-scale gold mining is typically manual or semi-mechanised, processing a few tons of ore daily.
20241211· The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) through its Small-Scale Mining Directorate promotes Small-Scale Mining (SSM) activities in South Africa. The aim is to regulate Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining so that mining activities can be undertaken in a safe, secure and environmentally responsible manner.
20241211· The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) through its Small-Scale Mining Directorate promotes Small-Scale Mining (SSM) activities in South Africa. The aim is to regulate Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining so that mining activities can be undertaken in a safe, secure and environmentally responsible manner.
2025515· The South African government is set to transform the artisanal and small-scale mining sector with the approval of the Mineral Resources Development Bill of 2025, aimed at enhancing regulatory clarity and boosting economic growth.
South Africa has a long history of mining, both on a small scale and large scale. Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) in South Africa received official …
201711· Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) in South Africa received official recognition after the change in government in 1994.The Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) recognized the sector
South Africa has a long history of mining, both on a small scale and large scale. Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) in South Africa received official …