The Minerals and Petroleum Board has been appointed for a period of three (3) years with effect from 18 March 2024 until 19 March 2027, in line with the provisions of section 59(2) of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, 2002 (Act No. 28 of 2002) (MPRDA), as amended.
The Board consists of members representing various stakeholder groups, ensuring a balanced and inclusive approach to decision-making and advisory responsibilities in the mineral and petroleum sectors.
Mandate and Functions
The Board’s key responsibilities, as prescribed under section 58 of the MPRDA, are to provide advisory services to the Minister on critical matters affecting the mineral and petroleum industries, including:
- Any matter referred to the Board by or under the MPRDA;
- The sustainable development of South Africa’s mineral resources;
- Transformation and downscaling of the minerals and mining industry; and
- Dispute resolution within the mining and petroleum sectors.
In terms of Section 59 of the MPRDA, the Board must consist of no fewer than 17 and no more than 20 members, reflecting the gender and racial composition of the Republic. The Minister appoints members from various stakeholder categories, including:
- Chairperson
- Chief Inspector of Mines
- Three representatives from State Departments
- Three representatives from Organised Business
- Three representatives from Organised Labour
- At least one representative from a Non-Governmental Organisation
- Two representatives from Community-Based Organisations
- At least two persons with appropriate experience
- At least one representative from a Designated Agency