prospecting right in mining law

How To Apply For A Prospecting Right

August 13, 2024

In South Africa, exploration, or prospecting, is primarily governed by the Mineral And Petroleum Resources Development Act, 2002 (“MPRDA”). The law requires obtaining a prospecting right to explore South Africa’s minerals first.

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South Africa’s Mining Sector: A Balancing Act

July 30, 2024

South Africa’s mining sector is in flux. Sitef & Co offers expert analysis on the latest industry trends.

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Podcast | Business Day edition – Business Law

July 9, 2024

Tune in to the latest episode of the Business Day’s podcast, featuring Mihlali Sitefane.

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A miner surveys the landscape

How To Apply For A Mining Permit

June 24, 2024

Looking to apply for a mining permit? Sitef & Co is a top mining law firm, offering expertise as you navigate the process.

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News24 Opinion Piece with our Director – Mihlali Sitefane

June 18, 2024

South Africa’s junior miners can convert challenges into growth opportunities!

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Business Day Podcast – Growth of SA’s junior mining sector in focus

May 24, 2024

Catch our Director, Mihlali Sitefane in conversation with Mudiwa Gavaza, MBA on Business Day Podcast, discussing the growth of South Africa’s Junior Miners and other pertinent industry issues. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4dTfkc3 BusinessDayPodcast JuniorIndaba Mining

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The ASM/Emerging Miners symposium at Mintek – Key takeaways from Sitef & Co team

May 14, 2024

Your browser does not support the video tag.   Sitef & Co team, Mihlali Sitefane, Njabulo Mchunu, and Anthony Sepheku represented at the 2024 Mintek – ASM/Emerging Miners symposium based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Some key takeaways capture that the DMRE has confirmed that the APRDA will not be amended, but certain legislation would need to be reactive relating to mining permits. Listen & watch for more! #ASM #EmergingMiners #SouthAfrica #Mining #Sitef info@sitef.co.za

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How to Apply For a Mining Right in South Africa

March 7, 2024

The process of applying for a mining right is more straightforward when guided by legal experts who can support you in navigating the legal framework and engaging with the regulators. In South Africa, mining and exploration are primarily governed by the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act of 2002 (“MPRDA”). To explore and exploit South Africa’s minerals, the law requires that you first obtain the appropriate right depending on the type of activity (prospecting or mining).

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Policy changes attract investment – Mining Weekly

December 7, 2023

Recent mining policy reforms in Malawi aim to facilitate the sustainable development of the country’s mining industry and mining practices as well as reap the “full benefits” of the country’s vast mineral wealth, reports law firm Sitef and Co director Mihlali Sitefane. Read More Here

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Critical Minerals Conference 2023 – Cape Town, South Africa

October 23, 2023

Sitef & Co was represented at the 2023 Critical Minerals Africa Conference hosted in Cape Town, South Africa. These snapshots capture the African critical minerals dealmaking space, standing at the intersection of energy and mining, linking global consumers and producers, and bringing capital and buyers to African projects.   Hon. Monica Chang’anamuno, Minister of Mining,  Malawi, Mihlali Sitefane Director at Sitef & Co Mihlali Sitefane Director at Sitef & Co, Mashudu Lembede Metals and Minerals Market Leader at Bureau Veritas, Hon. Martin Gama Abucha, Minister of Mines, Republic of South Sudan, , Winfridah Mofu Senior Corporate Manager FNB, Zambia, Albert Nyemba, Energy Minerals Officer Ministry of Mines and Mining Development. Mihlali Sitefane Director at Sitef & Co

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