Kumba Iron Ore accepts leadership of the NCMMA
Anglo American’s Kumba Iron Ore accepted the Chairpersonship and host of the Northern Cape Managers’ Association (NCMMA) at its Annual General Meeting held recently. The roles are rotated annually, among member-mines, to ensure diverse leadership and shared responsibility within the association.
The NCMMA was established in the early 1960s, to serve as a professional body for mine managers in South Africa’s mineral rich Northern Cape region. Its membership includes managers from various commodities, including iron ore, manganese, diamonds, and other mining operations.
The association’s primary goals include promoting best practices in mining operations, helping the exchange of technical knowledge, and addressing industry-specific challenges unique to the area.
Holding the chairpersonship allows Kumba Iron Ore to lead the association’s initiatives, influence policy and decision-making, and foster collaboration across mining operations in the province.
The chairperson’s responsibilities include steering discussions on emerging industry trends and driving continuous improvement in areas such as safety performance, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.
Katlego Lebese Mining Manager at Kumba Iron and the 2025 Chairperson of the Northern Cape Mine Mangers Association, expressed a strong commitment to this role.
“It is an honor for Kumba Iron Ore to take on the chairpersonship and host the 2025 activities. This opportunity allows us to show our values, fostering a culture of innovation, safety, and sustainability in the mining sector. We are committed to creating platforms for meaningful dialogue, knowledge sharing, and collaboration that will drive lasting, positive change across the Northern Cape mining community.”
