Asure Resources reopens Mpumalanga coal mine, reviving dormant reserves
The restart of Asure Colliery in Kriel forms part of a broader industrial revitalisation strategy aimed at boosting production, investment and employment
Asure Resources, co-founded by Emmanuel Ngulube, has officially reopened Asure Colliery in Kriel, Mpumalanga, bringing a previously dormant coal asset back into active production.
The reopening marks a significant milestone for the company, restoring operations at the mine and unlocking coal reserves that had remained inactive for an extended period.
Formerly known as Fentonia Colliery, Asure Colliery forms part of a broader industrial revitalisation strategy spearheaded by Asure Resources. The company is a joint venture between E&T Minerals and A to Z Investments, combining expertise in mining operations, commodity trading, investment structuring and logistics integration across the regional value chain.
The restart of the mine comes at a time when South Africa continues to grapple with high unemployment levels. According to Statistics South Africa’s latest labour market data, released in May 2026, the country’s official unemployment rate stood at 32.7% in the first quarter of the year, while youth unemployment remained particularly high.
Against this backdrop, the redevelopment and reopening of dormant industrial assets such as Asure Colliery are expected to contribute to job creation, support economic activity and strengthen the country’s mining sector. The project also reflects growing efforts by private sector investors to unlock value from underutilised resources while supporting regional economic development.
