Thought Leadership

By Wim Diedricks, Executive Head of Operations, Ndalamo Resources

As preparations ramp up for COP29 - the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, scheduled for November 11 to 22, 2024 - the focus will be on securing the financial resources necessary to combat climate change. With trillions of dollars needed to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect vulnerable communities, this conference represents a pivotal moment for global climate finance. Countries are expected to submit updated national climate action plans under the Paris Agreement by early 2025, making COP29 crucial for enhancing climate ambition.

By Shammy Luvhengo, Executive Director and CEO, Ndalamo Resources

My recent participation in the 2024 Junior Indaba in Johannesburg underscored the critical role junior miners play in South Africa's coal sector. However, it also highlighted some persistent challenges that hinder their growth and, consequently, the overall health of the industry. South Africa's coal industry sits at a crossroads. The potential for significant growth, particularly through our dynamic junior mining sector, is undeniable. However, unlocking this potential requires a strategic and collaborative approach that addresses key challenges.

By Minah Moabi, Director, Corporate Affairs and Subsidiaries, Ndalamo Resources

As a vital component of the global economy, the mining sector in South Africa faces the challenge of balancing growth with environmental and social stewardship. To navigate this complex landscape, we recognise the importance of steadfast stakeholder engagement and community development. At Ndalamo, we embrace this challenge as an opportunity to shape a collaborative future, where mining serves as a catalyst for long-term economic prosperity, social progress, and environmental sustainability.

By Mpho Nkhumeleni – Financial Director, Ndalamo Resources

As the Finance Director of a mid-tier mining Group operating in South Africa, Mpho Nkhumeleni is keenly attuned to the array of challenges our industry confronts daily. The recent 2024 State of the Nation Address (SONA) and Budget Speech shed light on the nation's economic state and the government's plans to tackle pressing issues.

By Shammy Luvhengo, Executive Director and CEO, Ndalamo Resources

It is imperative to recognise that mid-tier miners play a pivotal role as drivers of innovation, incubators of new ideas, and catalysts for change. They are the vanguards of exploration, often pioneering new technologies and methodologies that transform the industry.

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