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Fear of nationalisation of mines in South Africa continue to push away potential investments in the country. (Image source: timofair/Flickr)

Persistent fears of the forced nationalisation of mines in South Africa have jeopardised potential investment in the country, according to ratings agencies Fitch and Standard & Poors

The South African government was forced to shut down a gold mine owned by one of the world’s top gold producers, Gold Fields, after an underground fire killed five workers

China-based equipment manufacturer Taiyuan Heavy Industry is exporting the equipment to South Africa. (Image source: Taiyuan Heavy Industry)

South African coal mining firm Exxaro Resources will import two Chinese WK-35 rope shovels to boost production at its Grootgeluk coal mine

Coal mining near the heritage site poses major threats to land and environment in the area. (Image source: Shandchem/Flickr)

UN World Heritage Committee experts have slammed the South African government for proceeding with coal mining activities near the Mapungubwe World Heritage Site

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