This month’s mining news headlines reflect a sector in transition, with companies returning to exploration, governments tightening control over resources, and markets responding to strong precious metals demand. Strategic deals, policy shifts in Africa, and long‑term copper and gold fundamentals shaped the month’s developments. Major Projects BHP – Zambia Copper Exploration: BHP is returning to […]

Today is Mandela Day, and our teams in South Africa and the UK gave 67 minutes of service in support of local communities. In the UK, Caitlin McLintock, Ella van Akkooi and Palesa Maloka (visiting from our Cape Town office) volunteered with Brighton Food Bank, part of Brighton and Hove City Mission. It was an […]

2020 has been the year when the ubiquitous phrase ‘our staff are our greatest resource’ became akin to an awakening. The storm of the Covid-19 pandemic continues to blow a stark reminder to businesses that their people are genuinely indispensable. Adjusted workforce needs, ominous risks, and the call for true leadership have been catapulted centre […]

The Covid-19 crisis has materially impacted our industry as global supply chains and people movement have in many cases all but ceased. That said, mining is a significant GDP contributor to most of the countries it operates in, and it’s evident that many governments have been taking every measure available to keep mines operational, or […]

There is a famous saying that even a broken clock is right twice a day. For me, no other quote better sums up the general perception of the broader recruiting industry. If you feel you are continually getting a lousy deal from these firms, you might be right.  And you may be unknowingly encouraging it. […]