Officials reject claims of ‘policy uncertainty’ in mining (opens original article in a new tab)

South African officials denied claims of 'policy uncertainty' in mining, stating there is policy certainty despite administrative challenges. The Department of Mineral & Petroleum Resources (DMPR) addressed delays in licensing and review of permitting systems, while the country ranked low in mining investment attractiveness. A digital cadastral system is being implemented in specific provinces to improve transparency and reduce corruption.

• Officials denied 'policy uncertainty' in mining despite administrative issues
• DMPR director-general said no revocation of mining rights during his tenure
• South Africa ranked 75th in Fraser Institute's mining investment survey
• Government rolling out digital cadastral system in select provinces