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Leading the industry<\/span> forward<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Leadership is not only about what happens inside our business, it\u2019s about how we show up for the industry, country and next generation.\u00a0 As we look back on 2025, Exxaro\u2019s industry presence reflects more than participation, it reflects leadership with purpose and a deep commitment to shaping a mining sector where people, communities, technology, and sustainability thrive side by side.<\/p>\n

Here are just a few of the ways Exxaro played a powerful role in shaping the conversations, commitments and innovations that will define the future of mining across Africa.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Empowering our future leaders at Joburg Indaba<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>
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At the 2025 Joburg Indaba, Exxaro took centre stage as CEO, Ben Magara, shared our bold direction: strengthening energy security through coal, doubling our renewable energy capacity, and investing in transition minerals like manganese. He also spoke to leadership, saying that a thriving industry is one that prepares the next generation to lead it forward.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

Investing in knowledge and skills at GeoCongress <\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>
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At GeoCongress 2025, Exxaro\u2019s geologists joined South Africa\u2019s top geoscientists to share research, build networks, and strengthen the technical foundations that will shape future mining innovation. Our presence affirmed Exxaro\u2019s role in nurturing expertise that keeps the industry evolving.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Shaping tomorrow at Mining Indaba 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>

From climate resilience to Africa\u2019s energy transition, Exxaro\u2019s leaders helped drive critical discussions on building a sustainable, future-fit mining sector. Mongezi Veti spotlighted the urgency of climate-resilient communities. Richard Lilleike emphasised a low-carbon, inclusive energy future powered by strategic partnerships. Johan Meyer, emphasised the role of digital transformation in optimising operations, reducing environmental impact, and driving Zero Harm Together their contributions reinforced Exxaro\u2019s commitment to responsible growth, innovation and long-term impact.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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