Mining Journalism Training (MJT) trainees are offered the opportunity to write about their experience of attending the programme with the winning submission receiving a special prize. All articles that meet the stipulated criteria are published on this platform.
Menar Academy Boosts Mining Journalism for a Brighter Reporting Future
Mining journalism often gets overlooked, but it's vital in a country like South Africa deeply involved in mining.
Exploring the Unseen: My Journey through the Menar Journalism Training Program
The Mining Journalism Training was a transformative experience that reshaped our perceptions of the mining industry.
From Skeptic to Enthusiast: My Journey into the World of Mining
The Mining Journalism training workshop at Menar's Sandton headquarters provided an insightful experience for a diverse group of journalists, students, and professionals.
MJT, A Transformative Two-Day Journey
The Menar Journalism Training was a treasure trove of knowledge from different experts in the fields of Journalism and Mining.
Mining Journalism Training 2023: Unearthing South Africa's Mining Landscape
The Mining Journalism Training 2023, organised by Menar Academy, was a two-day event that offered a fusion of mining industry expertise, engaging sessions, and a mind-boggling site visit.
The Source of Industries is the Media
I had the chance to attend the 5th Mining Journalism Training, which was hosted by Menar Academy from October 18–19, 2023
Menar Journalism Training re-sharpened my journalism skills
Journalism needs constant training to cope with ever changing policies, technology and information.
Menar Academy holds its 4th MJT
The Menar Academy held its 4th Mining Journalism Training (MJT), for professional and student journalists, over a 2-day period at The Protea Hotel Fire and Ice in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the last MJT was held in 2019.
Menar Conducts a Successful, Informative Mining Journalism Training
Journalism is not as boxed as most of us had thought, the journalism world is broad. I knew that everything was news but knew completely nothing about mining journalism.
Knowledge is key
The two days training was very insightful as we get to know the status of mining and media in the country.
The hidden treasure beneath the earth
Mines play a huge role as well in the communities development programmes by developing infrastructure and enhancing the community member`s economic statuses…
Mining is the future
Menar Academy hosted its two day, third annual Mining Journalism Training last week on Thursday at the Sandton Convention Centre and on Friday it proceeded to Canyon Coal Mine…
Mining economy to build economy
It remained clear that mines are not as bad as painted sometimes when are operated by skilful people. Mining sector is one of the most contributing to the country’s economy...
Mines feed the nation
SA’s Mining Industry can still return to its glorious season of economic giant through Mining Friendly Policies and inclusive Mining approach. A lot can be learned from Canyon…
Mining Journalism Training a milestone in my career as an engineering journalist
Day 1 of the training which I think had a huge impact and was more effective was based on the theoretical part, presentations and one on one interactions. Specialists from the field, specializing in…
Coal mining’s unending predicament: SA’s black sheep or black panther?
At the training, Mergence Corporate Solutions mining director Peter Major commented that non-compliant coal power stations need to be shut down, to redeem the sector…
Sustainable mining in South Africa
Guy Thompson acknowledged that, there is a neighbouring chicken farm of which they always take responsibility to not endanger their farming project and some untouchable national monument…
Ignorance isn't bliss in SA mining sector
The training was no one-sided public relations exercise but rather a boiling pot where contrasting views by respected speakers highlighted the complexities of the mining industry…
Bringing mining to people
Menar Academy and Khanye Colliery empowered senior and junior journalists from various media houses and media institutions, with comprehension in reporting mine stories…
Educational mining experience with Menar Academy and Khanye Colliery coal mine
I learned that even mines have lifespans and the average lifespan is about 16 years. All mining companies are required to consult with the community before they could start operating…