Mining sector urged to integrate GBV response into safety protocols

NAMPA

2026-02-12

CAPE TOWN, 11 February 2026 - Cape Town International Convention Centre where the African Mining Indaba is taking place. (Photo by: Chelva Wells) NAMPA

By Chelva Wells
CAPE TOWN, 12 FEB (NAMPA) – The mining industry has been urged to integrate gender-based violence (GBV) into core safety management systems to address the issue as a material business risk and governance priority.
The strategy was discussed during a session on catalysing sector-wide action on GBV at the African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, on Wednesday.
Chair of Anglo American South Africa, Nolitha Fakude said GBV is...

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