According to Standard Bank Africa’s Mining Value Chains Indaba 2026 report, South Africa’s mining sector remains a cornerstone of the economy, contributing an estimated 6% to 7% to gross domestic product and accounting for more than half of merchandise. However, beyond extraction rates, future growth will be based on the strength and resilience of the broader value chain.
“We’re increasingly seeing geopolitical tensions impacting global energy markets, with infrastructure constraints closer to home placing our mining supply chains – among other logistical factors – under pressure,” comments Duhan du Plessis, group marketing manager at Reinhardt Transport Group. “Against the backdrop of this market volatility, operational continuity is ultimately reliant on experienced logistics partnerships.“
