DMPR At a Glance

 
Mandate
To develop and implement policies and legislation that promote sustainable exploitation, transformation and beneficiation.
Vision
A transformed, inclusive and sustainable mineral and petroleum sector.
Mission
To regulate, promote and develop the sector through policy, investment and partnerships.
Impact
Enabling responsible resource development for shared prosperity and energy security.

Strategic Role in South Africa’s Economy

 

South Africa hosts one of the world’s most diverse mineral endowments valued at over USD 2.5 trillion.

  • R425.6 billion contribution to GDP
  • 477 000 direct mining jobs
  • 110 000 jobs in petroleum value chain

The DMPR contributes to:

  • Inclusive economic growth and job creation
  • Industrialisation and localisation
  • Energy security and just transition
  • Investment confidence
  • Global competitiveness

Strategic Priorities (2025–2030)

 
  • Enabling policy and regulatory environment
  • Unlocking investment
  • Driving beneficiation
  • Modern cadastral systems
  • Advancing transformation
  • Strengthening exploration
  • Global partnerships
  • Digital organisation
Mining Sector

Cornerstone of the economy evolving into critical minerals for future technologies.

Petroleum Sector

Essential for energy security, industrial production and infrastructure support.

Core Functions

 
Programme 1: Corporate Services
Programme 2: Mineral Regulation
Programme 3: Mine Health & Safety
Programme 4: Policy Development

State-Owned Entities

 
  • CEF
  • CGS
  • Mintek
  • MHSC
  • ALEXKOR
  • SADPMR
  • SDT
  • AEMFC

Legislative and Policy Framework

 

Constitutional Mandate:

  • Section 24 – Environmental sustainability
  • Section 25 – Equitable access to natural resources

Key Legislation:

  • MPRDA, 2002
  • Upstream Petroleum Act, 2024
  • Petroleum Products Act, 1977
  • Petroleum Pipelines Act, 2003
  • NEMA, 1999
  • Diamonds Act, 1986
  • Precious Metals Act, 2005

Vision for 2025–2030

 

Positioning the mineral and petroleum sectors as key drivers of inclusive economic growth, job creation and sustainable development.