Mining’s secrecy test
The government is reviewing a law that allows mining companies to keep license information confidential. This process tests a pledge regarding mining transparency. Civil society groups are demanding more public disclosure of this data. The outcome will be determined by the Mines and Minerals (Amendment) Bill, 2026. The review will decide if confidentiality rules are narrowed or if the current framework remains.
Government faces a test of its mining transparency pledge as it reviews a law allowing companies to keep information submitted under mining licences confidential, amid civil society demands for greater public disclosure. The review, through the Mines and Minerals (Amendment) Bill, 2026, will determine whether Government narrows the confidentiality provision or retains a framework that … The post Mining’s secrecy test appeared first on Nation Online .