A special thank you to all the #MJT2026 speakers who shared their knowledge and insights with this year's participants, including Prof Nikki Wagner, Nellis Bester, Dianne Hawker-Kalubi, Julian Grieve, Tanya van Meelis and Methembeni Moyo. Through their participation, attendees gained a deeper understanding of topics ranging from South Africa's mining history, geology and beneficiation to mining finance, the Fourth Industrial Revolution and critical minerals. Their contributions helped make this year's MJT Mining Literacy Programme another successful and impactful learning experience. #MJT2026 #MJT #MenarAcademy #MiningLiteracy #Menar

Menar MD @VuslatBayoglu is speaking today at @CRUGROUP's Ferroalloys Connections Summit 2026 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. His presentation on South African Ore & Ferroalloys Markets will explore why South Africa remains an attractive destination for manganese mining and beneficiation, and how the country's mineral endowment, industrial base and ongoing reforms can support future growth in the ferroalloys sector. #ReindustrialiseSA #Menar

Press Release: Mining literacy programme explores how South Africa can unlock greater value from its mineral wealth Read full statement: menar.com/press-releases-blo… #MJT2026 #MiningLiteracy #MenarAcademy #Menar

Following the engaging presentation and discussion, the visit has come to a close. This wraps up another successful #MJT! We look forward to the next one! #MiningLiteracy #CanyonCoal #KhanyeColliery #MJT2026

Canyon Coal COO Jarmi Steyn, Environmental Officer Khomotso Mpahla, and Menar Geologist Jesse Oosthuizen as well as Opencast Mine Planner Thabang Matlala, take attendees through a presentation that covers an overview of Khanye Colliery the mining process, from exploration and mine planning through to extraction and product delivery. #MJT2026 #MiningLiteracy #KhanyeColliery #CanyonCoal

#MiningLiteracy #KhanyeColliery #CanyonCoal

Attendees have arrived at Khanye Colliery for the #MJT2026 site tour. Today's visit will give participants a first-hand look at mining operations and some of the processes discussed during yesterday's seminar. #MiningLiteracy #MJT2026 #KhanyeColliery #CanyonCoal

Attendees are now hearing from Nellis Bester, Geographical Leader of Ferroglobe PLC and Chairperson of FAPA. The session explores how mineral beneficiation creates value from South Africa's mineral resources and contributes to industrial development. #MJT2026 #MiningLiteracy #MenarAcademy #Menar

The first session of the day is presented by Prof Nikki Wagner, Director of Cimera at the University of Johannesburg. Attendees are gaining insights into South Africa's mining history, geological background and the minerals expected to play an increasingly important role in the future. #MJT2026 #MiningLiteracy #MenarAcademy #Menar @CIMERA13 @go2uj

The programme is now underway. Programme Director Dianne Hawker-Kalubi and MJT Project Coordinator Siphiwe Tame welcomed attendees and outlined this year's programme objectives. #MJT2026 #MiningLiteracy #MenarAcademy #Menar

Today, Menar Academy is hosting the 2026 MJT Mining Literacy Programme in Johannesburg. The programme brings together professionals from a variety of sectors to learn from industry experts and gain a deeper understanding of the mining industry and its role in society, the economy and sustainable development. #MJT2026 #MiningLiteracy #MenarAcademy #Menar