The Modikwa platinum mine is a large underground mine in the north-eastern part of South Africa northwest of Burgersfort, Limpopo. It is part of the Bushveld Igneous Complex.
Modikwa platinum mine
Who is the owner of modikwa platinum mine?
Owned jointly by African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) and Anglo Platinum, the mine began operations in the mid-1920s.
Who is the biggest miner of platinum?
The world’s top five platinum-mining companies, by annual production
- Anglo American Platinum – 2.05 million ounces. …
- Impala Platinum – 1.31 million ounces. …
- Sibanye-Stillwater – 1.08 million ounces. …
- Northam Platinum – 900,000 ounces. …
- Norilsk Nickel – 700,000 ounces.
Where do we mine platinum in Zimbabwe?
Major platinum mines in development in Zimbabwe
| Mine/project name | State | Mine method |
|---|---|---|
| Darwendale Project | Mashonaland Central | Open Pit |
| Todal Bokai Platinum Mine | Matabeleland North | To be confirmed |
| Mupani Mine | Mashonaland West | To be confirmed |
| Karo Platinum Project | Midlands | Open Pit |
Who are the platinum miners in South Africa?
Leading producers of platinum in South Africa are Anglo American, Sibanye Stillwater, Impala Platinum and Northam Platinum. During 2020-2021, Anglo American’s output was up by 106%, Sibanye Stillwater’s output increased by 16%, while output from Impala Platinum increased by 12%.
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