News24 | Mining: Replace mineral resources dept with a world-class body
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- •News24 reported on February 20, 2026, a proposal to replace South Africa's Department of Mineral Resources.
- •The proposed replacement is intended to be a world-class regulatory body overseeing the mining sector.
- •The current Department of Mineral Resources has been criticized for inefficiencies affecting mining operations.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the South African government implements the new world-class regulatory body mining companies and investors may experience improved regulatory clarity and potentially increased investment inflows.
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If regulatory changes are perceived as positive or uncertain, mining equities may experience increased price fluctuations.
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