Garatau Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Mine
Garatau Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Mine
Garatau Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Mine
Garatau Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Mine
Garatau Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) Mine
  • Location
    Fetakgomo Tubase, South Africa
  • Ratio of mining rights
    74%
  • Project status
    In preparation for construction
  • Deposit Type
    Bushveld Complex PGE
  • Mineral Resources (Inclusive of Mineral Reserves)
    Contained platinum of22.83Moz, palladium of 16.17Moz, gold of 1.83Moz, and rhodium of 2.93Moz
  • Mining & Processing methods
    Underground mining + flotation
  • Project Overview

    The project is located in the renowned Bushveld Igneous Complex, an area that hosts significant reserves of platinum and chromite and possesses vast exploration potential.

  • ESG

    The project collaborates with the local communities and municipal authorities to implement local economic development plans, improve residents’ living standards, and contribute to the socioeconomic progress of the region. Nearly 800 community residents have received skills training and adult education, and over a hundred university students were given financial support. Additionally, 27 new water wells have been constructed, and the development of a water treatment system has been initiated. The project also supports the construction of community roads.

  • M&A

    Zijin Mining obtained a 100% interest in Nkwe Platinum (“Nkwe”) through two acquisitions in 2015 and 2019, respectively. Nkwe holds a 74% interest in the Garatau PGM Mine, with the remaining 26% held by Genorah, a South African BEE company.

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