Resources Watch
Welcome to Creamer Media’s Resources Watch, a weekly video round-up of the events and people making and shaping the news in the mining industry.
This week:
Looks like South African mining’s going to have great year, says Menar at Mining Indaba
De Beers’ operational strength, partnerships and market recovery targeted by new COO
And, Vedanta Zinc International targets rapid South African growth through partnership-led mining model
In general, if you look at the commodities produced in South Africa, we’re doing very well, and it looks like 2026 is going to be a great year.
Menar MD Vuslat Bayoglu...
Newly appointed De Beers Group COO Kevin Smith says operational discipline, stronger partnerships and measured market recovery will be key focus areas in 2026, as the diamond major works to position itself for the next phase of industry growth.
De Beers Group COO Kevin Smith...
Vedanta Zinc International is pursuing rapid growth in Southern Africa, with CEO Vijay Kumar highlighting a partnership-led strategy and a custodianship approach to mineral resources.
Vedanta Zinc International CEO Vijay Kumar...
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