"One of the most effective ways to fight back is to hold our sand suppliers accountable and to obtain proof of purchase from a reputable and legally compliant sand producer," comments Nico Pienaar, director of ASPASA in a statement. Essentially, he's referencing legal certification. …
In South Africa, sand, gravel, and other aggregates are increasingly mined illegally, with dire social and environmental consequences. Here, illegally mined sand is loaded onto a dump truck after being pulled out of the Umgeni …
The Company, via its 50% owned South African subsidiary Mineral Sands Resources (Pty) Ltd ("MSR"), is a leading producer of zircon, rutile, garnet and ilmenite concentrates through its globally highest-grade Mineral Sands …
African Sun Mining (Pty) Ltd, is a proudly South African, Black-Owned, top opencast mining contractor, established in 2011. The aim is to develop and grow African Sun Mining (Pty) Ltd to be the best hard and soft rock mining …
The MHSA sets out the health and safety requirements for mining operations in South Africa. Mining rights holders must comply with the MHSA to ensure the safety and well …
Sand mining has grown popular in South African rural communities due to its increasing demand for building purposes in and around the surrounding villages as well as a source of income to …
Since then, the mining industry has become hugely important to the country, contributing roughly 202 billion South African Rand (roughly 10.9 billion U.S. dollars) in 2023 to …
How sand mining is portrayed in South African media, emphasizing the geographical distribution of mentions and impacts across the country.
We collected data from different online sources and found that between 1990 and 2021, (a) sand has been mined illegally in 35 African countries and (b) 21 of them saw nonviolent conflicts, such as complaints, threats, or …
State of South African Cities Reports. SOCR 2021; REFERENCE GROUPS. ... Showcase of Sustainability Practices in South Africa; Good Hood Stories; Visualisation Studios Practice …
River bank erosion and altered river morphology have been a key focuses in the Sub-Saharan African literature on sand mining: Riverbank collapse is observed in rivers in …
A gorgeous stretch of the Wild Coast is the object of a standoff between corrupt pro-mining forces interested in mining the local beach sand for titanium, and a South African …
Unveiling the intricate web of the South African mining industry, this report delves into the century-old economic powerhouse, exploring its multifaceted impact on communities and the environment. Focusing on …
While black sand beaches are a rare phenomenon in South Africa, their existence is a testament to the country's diverse geological heritage. The interplay of volcanic history, mineral-rich rocks and marine processes has …
Sand mining is an important activity in South Africa, providing sand for construction, glass production and various other industries. However, sand mining can have significant environmental and social impacts, and the …
Chevallier R 2014 "Illegal Sand Mining in South Africa" South African Institute of International Affairs Policy Briefing 116 November 2014 Retrieved from https: ... Crosse G …
The Company, via its 50% owned South African subsidiary, Mineral Sands Resources (Pty) Ltd ("MSR"), is a leading producer of zircon, rutile, garnet and …
The INR project educates communities on sand-mining with the aim of curbing the spread of illegal sand-mining and enabling communities to take ownership of their local resources by …
scale mining? The sand and aggregate industry comprises some 421 registered operating quarries in South Africa. About 335 quarry operators submit production returns to the DME. …
The Impacts of Sand Mining on Water Quality: A South African Perspective. DOI: 10.5220/00136 In Proceedings of the 3rd International Symposium on Water, …
business enterprises in sand and gravel mining in West Africa. The practice can be lucrative. For example, sand diggers in Benin are paid on average between US$87 and US$125 per …
This paper focuses on KwaZulu-Natal, one of four South African coastal regions, which is a renowned tourist destination and home to 11.1 million people (Statistics South …
Only three of the mines, all located in South Africa, have their own smelters that convert ilmenite into titanium slag and pig iron. Coastal environments are all eco-sensitive and …