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JOHANNESBURG - Anglo American (JO:AGLJ) Platinum Limited has announced that its Mogalakwena mine in South Africa has achieved an IRMA 50 level of certification from the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA), marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to responsible mining practices.
The IRMA certification system evaluates mines based on a comprehensive set of standards that encompass environmental and social responsibilities. Achieving IRMA 50 indicates that Mogalakwena has met at least 50% of the requirements across all four principles of the Standard for Responsible Mining. This level of certification reflects the mine’s adherence to critical requirements and its efforts towards sustainable mining operations.
Craig Miller, CEO of Anglo American Platinum, emphasized the importance of this achievement, stating that stakeholders need to trust the origins and methods of metal production. He expressed pride in the company’s efforts to support responsible mining and noted that all of Anglo American Platinum’s owned mines have now been assured by IRMA as per their 2025 target.
Mogalakwena is the final mine in the company’s portfolio to undergo an IRMA audit. Previously, the Unki mine in Zimbabwe achieved IRMA 75 in 2021, with the certification reconfirmed in 2024. Mototolo and Amandelbult mines also received their first IRMA audits in 2024, earning IRMA 75 and IRMA 50 respectively.
The IRMA Standard for Responsible Mining is the result of over a decade of public consultation with a diverse group of stakeholders, including mining companies, NGOs, labor unions, and communities. It is considered one of the most rigorous verification processes in the industry.
Aimee Boulanger, Executive Director of IRMA, highlighted the value of detailed IRMA audit reports for mining companies, communities, and purchasers of mined materials. These reports provide transparent, independent evaluations of a mine’s environmental and social performance.
This news is based on a press release statement from Anglo American Platinum Limited to the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
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