Speaker Highlights

“The African Continental Free Trade Area presents new opportunities not just for South African manufacturers, but manufacturers throughout the continent. I also think the key thing here is collaboration but also, we’ve got to look at the issue of innovation. That’s where we are going to be able to industrialise as a country and as a continent. But to be able to innovate, there must be funds available to support R&D.” Lehlohonolo Molloyi – Memsa

“Industry continues no matter what the difficulties are. When you see innovation, you know you’re going forward. We have to work closely together to take on the challenges of Africa or the world, to export around the world and to showcase our initiatives.” Eric Bruggeman – SACEEC

“In the mining space, there’s a lot of scope for improvement in terms of the adoption of new technology. A lot of things could not be measured before, but those technologies are now available.” Kevin O’Neill – Simera Trace

“I think we must accept that in order for the mining industry in South Africa to advance, we need to be able to work together. We need to be willing to work together to come up with creative solutions that ultimately elevate the industry.” Vikesh Chiba – Epiroc

“It’s a challenge for the industry. We want to collaborate but it’s tough because you are then talking to competitors, and that’s not necessarily something we’re particularly good at doing.” Thomas Holtz – Multotec

Scan the QR code to register for Creamer Media’s Mine Water webinar on May 22, 2024