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March 20, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

An Experienced Hand Takes the Reins of Sibanye-Stillwater’s Uranium Division

A Stellar Career in Mining Cochran steps into the role of the head of uranium division at Sibanye-Stillwater with an impressive track record in the mining industry. With over 30 years of experience under his belt, Cochran’s expertise spans across a wide range of commodities and leadership roles both nationally and globally, particularly in the uranium sector. His journey in the uranium industry commenced back in 2006 when he became a part of Uranium One’s South Australian team. Notably, he played a pivotal role in shepherding the Honeymoon Mine through its environmental clearance process and overseeing the establishment of the

February 23, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Sibanye-Stillwater Implements Job Cuts Amid Market Turbulence

Strategic Decisions Shape Layoffs Sibanye-Stillwater recently announced plans to reduce its workforce by 2,600 jobs in South Africa. The company attributed this downsizing to strategic decisions made in collaboration with various stakeholders. These decisions involved the closure of the Simunye shaft and the continued operation of the 4 Belt (4B) shaft at Marikana. Operational Adjustments at Marikana Mine Shaft The Marikana mine shaft, which currently employs 1,496 permanent workers and 54 contractors, will be sustained in production as long as it avoids incurring net monthly losses. This move reflects Sibanye-Stillwater’s commitment to optimizing its operations amidst challenging market conditions. Reshaping