Department of Mineral Resources releases statistics
Second half of the year saw improvement due to safety initiatives
NUM South Deep strike now in its fourth week, with DMR critical of Gold Fields
Government and companies must obtain consent from communities for mining rights
Minister highlights need to attract investment into SA mining industry
Around 1,100 permanent employees and 460 contractors expected to be retrenched
Six miners die in copper mine fire as unions increase calls for accountability
Number of mineworker deaths up to over 45 for 2018
Draft an improvement, but still hinders competitiveness
Ability to be catalyst for economic growth hindered by inadequate budget allocation
Summit to take place before the final product presented to cabinet
Job cuts likely as miner restructures cost base, reduces SA operating footprint