Coal has continued to confound sceptics as energy security continues to top the agenda in the global economy.

Continuing a spate of new global enrolments, the World Coal Association (WCA) today welcomed South African mining investor, Menar, to its roster of progressive coal members.

Menar expands and diversifies mineral assets in a show of confidence for the future of mining in South Africa.

Speaking during a panel discussion with other coal industry stakeholders, as part of the virtual Joburg Indaba, on Thursday (8 October 2020), Mpumelelo Mkhabela, chairperson of mining investment firm Menar, called on coal producers to do their part in improving transparency and accountability in their relationship with Eskom.

Speaking during at the Joburg Indaba panel discussion on the topic of the ‘Outlook for Coal Mining and South Africa’s coal sector’, chairperson of mining investment company Menar, Mpumelelo Mkhabela, stated that: “What may be deemed just for Germany in terms of transition away from coal, may not be just for emerging countries such as South Africa and India.”

Menar chairperson Mpumelelo Mkhabela speaking during a panel on junior mining, in Sandton, said that: “…with hard work, dedication and great humility we are able to share our success story of evolving from a junior miner to a mid-tier producer that seeks to become a major player in the South African coal sector.”