The Crucible - Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM)

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  • Welcome to The Crucible, where the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy gives you a front row seat to conversations with specialists in the Minerals and Metals sector. SAIMM has well over 100 years’ experience in, and commitment to, protecting the professional standards of our industry. Join us as we discuss key issues, and global initiatives, to give you the relevant information needed to make informed decisions, to influence policy that directly affects our sector, and to help our industry grow in an uncertain future.
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Episodes
  • SAMREC Code and its impact on the Minerals Industry | Nicole Wansbury and Ken Lomberg
    Feb 1 2025
    In this episode, Nicole Wansbury and Ken Lomberg delve into the South African Code for the Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources, and Mineral Reserves (SAMREC Code), a crucial framework for ensuring transparent and standardised reporting in the mining industry.

    This episode features Ken Lomberg (former chairperson and current Director at Pivot Mining Consultants) and Nicole Wansbury (the new chairperson) explore the significance of this essential code, which has been setting the benchmark for responsible mineral asset reporting since 2000.

    Managed by the SAIMM and GSSA, the SAMREC Code ensures that mineral resources are reported accurately and consistently across all commodities and geological environments. The discussion also covers key topics such as the pivotal role of Competent Persons (CPs), the importance of technical studies in guiding project development, and how governance is embedded within the code’s framework.

    Don’t miss this insightful conversation about the code that continues to shape the future of mining and mineral reporting! Visit the SAIMM Website
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    38 mins
  • Leading Beyond Boundaries | Mark Munroe, Prelisha Singh, and Nomsa Mbere
    Nov 18 2024
    An open conversation on embracing challenges and thoughtful leadership.

    Listen in on this captivating conversation between Prelisha Singh, Mark Munroe, and Nomsa Mbere who discuss their experiences in leadership, pitching the appropriate leadership relationship, and the symbiotic nature of leadership roles.

    Their conversation spotlights the importance of being open to learning, adapting one's leadership style to their environment, and addressing unconscious bias on the basis of gender. Visit the SAIMM Website
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    35 mins
  • Mintek@90 | Roger Paul
    Oct 21 2024
    Celebrating 90 Years of Mintek's Legacy in Mining and Metallurgy.

    This episode of The Crucible the podcast celebrates Mintek's 90th anniversary and its contributions to the mineral and metallurgical industry. Zelmia Botha (Project Manager Feasibility Studies | Exxaro) is joined by industry stalwart, Roger Paul, who is preceded by a 35 year legacy with Mintek. Roger shares his passion for research and Mintek's significant contributions to mineral and metallurgical innovation. Visit the SAIMM Website
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    42 mins

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