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| What is needed? | How to go about it? | Requirements by government, other parties |
| Step 1: Market survey for mineral/metal demand | Study local and international markets. | Proper market analysis influences DME's decision to grant mining licences. |
| Step 2: Target area for mineral and secure surface rights, if needed | Assistance from geo-consultants or Council for Geoscience. | |
| Step 3: Exploration for mineral or desktop study if information readily available | Employ geologists, consultants or another means of exploration (drilling, geophysical surveys). | Prospecting application to be granted by DME. Application to be accompanied by standard information, including: |
Secure capital for operation by share issue or joint venture.
| Step 6: Start mining operation | A successful mining operation presupposes the employment of an effective and efficient management team and a skilled productive labour force. | Inspectorate of Mine Health and Safety, Social Plan and Mine Rehabilitation will visit the operation on regular basis to inspect the mine's standards and performance as per its Mining Plan. |
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Telephone: +27 12 317-8000 Facsimilie: +27 12 322-3416 Postal Address: Private Bag X59, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa |