mining law

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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Mining Weekly – Energy balancing act highlighted

September 19, 2023

While Zimbabwe is well placed to take advantage of growing demand for critical minerals associated with the global energy transition, the country’s unstable energy supply requires urgent intervention. Read the full article HERE

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Great potential in Zim Mining despite challenges

September 13, 2023

Great potential in Zim Mining despite challenges Most of Zimbabwe’s electricity is generated by coal-fired thermal power plants and hydropower plants, with the total generating capacity exceeding 2 000 MW. However, Sitefane notes that the country is producing only about 1 400 MW because of regular breakdowns at its thermal power stations, while water shortages affect its main hydropower plant. Hence, the unstable supply of electricity poses a significant challenge for the mining sector. Read the Full Article Here

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Weighing up renewable energy

September 4, 2023

With the South African mining sector facing obstacles in terms of securing reliable and sustainable electricity, a clear view of the opportunities and challenges of integrating renewable energy into mining operations to fortify the sector’s contribution to the economy, is necessary, advises law firm Sitef and Co’s director Mihlali Sitefane and representative Njabulo Mchunu. Read the full article HERE

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eNCA Interview – Illegal Mining

August 2, 2023

In case you missed it, here is a short clip of the eNCA interview with our Director, Mihlali Sitefane discussing the impacts of illegal mining.Read the full article HERE

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702 Interview – Illegal Mining

July 30, 2023

In light of the recent incidents, Mihlali Sitefane (Director at Sitef & Co) had an interview, with Gugs Mhlungu on 702 to discuss the impacts of illegal Mining. Listen More Here  https://lnkd.in/dSS2TQDb

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10 things to know about the Draft Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Policy 2021 | South Africa

June 4, 2023

On 5 May 2021, the South African Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy published the Draft Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Policy 2021 (the “Draft ASM Policy”) for public comment. The draft policy aims to foster a formalised and sustainable artisanal and small-scale mining industry in South Africa. Read the Full Article Here

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Co-authored: Mining law experts say innovation key to SA gold mining

June 4, 2023

Despite a decline in the South African gold mining industry over the past few years, gold production in the country remains the second largest in Africa, and remaining gold mines are still expected to have a significant lifespan, says ENSafrica senior associate Mihlali Sitefane and associate Zinzi Lawrence. Read the full Article Here

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