Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile
Veronika Haulenga
Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile
Veronika Haulenga
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Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga
S.A union Cosatu says it is deeply worried by the United States president Donald Trump’s announcement of pending tariffs on South African and other nations’ exports. Cosatu’s spokesperson, Matthew Parks says this threatens thousands of South African jobs in many sectors, including agriculture, mining, jewellery, chemicals, automotive, and clothing. He says with a 41.9-percent unemployment rate, South Africa cannot afford further job losses:
Inflation Rate Drops to 3.2% in January The Statistics Agency has released its latest report on the country’s inflation rate, revealing a decline in the annual headline inflation rate to 3.2% for January 2025. This marks a notable drop from the 5.4% recorded in January 2024. The decrease is attributed to lower fuel prices and easing food costs, providing relief to consumers. Minerals Council SA Calls for Faster Mining Approvals […]
Women in mining continue to grapple with significant challenges, such as limited access to funding, leadership opportunities, and resources, according to Zenzi /Awases, The President of WOmen In Mining Namibia. Speaking to NewsOnOne during the ongoing Mining Indaba in South Africa, /Awases highlighted these issues, which persist amid the four-day event focused on "Future-Proofing African Mining."
The Kombat copper mine will cease operations at 16:00 on Friday, with a planned suspension lasting a minimum of nine months. This decision comes after recent pump failures resulted in underground flooding. Although Trigon Metals, the Canadian owners of the mine, have yet to make an official statement, Vice President of Corporate Development, Tom Panoulias, indicated that a press release will be issued shortly. Over 100 miners have already […]
Trigon Metals, the company overseeing the Kombat Mine, has announced a suspension of operations for the next nine months. Speaking to One Africa’s NewsOnOne reporter Eric Mhunduru, Human Resources Manager Mathew Nanyeni, indicated that the disruption is a result of two pump failures, which have led to flooding and made it impossible to continue mining operations.
The South African National Civics Organisation in North West has accused the government of subjecting trapped Stilfontein miners to inhumane conditions. SANCO spokesperson, Mzukisi Jam, criticised the state for championing global human rights while neglecting domestic issues. Speaking to the media at a Mining Affected Communities United in Action briefing, Jam said the deaths were avoidable and emphasised miners' right to life:
Karibib Town Mayor Davey Van Wyk recently shared insights into his re-election, the town's ongoing development projects, and plans for the future during a conversation about the town's evolving infrastructure and community needs. Re-election and Leadership Vision Mayor Van Wyk expressed his humility and gratitude after being re-elected as the leader of the Karibib Town Council for a second term. "I’m deeply honored that my fellow councillors have entrusted […]
Resolute Mining's CEO, Terence Holohan, along with two other employees, remained detained in Mali on Thursday, according to diplomatic sources. According to Reuters, the Australian company confirmed on Sunday that the trio had been temporarily detained by government officials in the military-led nation. No further updates have been provided on their situation.
The CEO of Australian gold mining company Resolute, Terence Holohan, and two of his executives have been arrested in Bamako, Mali, while in the country to address ongoing disputes with local authorities. As per Voice Of America , the company confirmed that the executives were there to engage with Mali's mining and tax authorities about the company’s business practices and to make progress on claims against Resolute, which the […]
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