Harmony Gold reports fatality at Moab Khotsong mine
Investigation underway following Locomotive-related incident in North West
Harmony Gold Mining Company has reported a fatal incident at its Moab Khotsong mine near Orkney in South Africa’s North West province, underscoring the ongoing safety challenges within the mining sector.
The incident occurred on January 20, when an employee tragically lost their life in a locomotive-related accident at the underground operation. Authorities have since launched a formal investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is leading the investigation, working closely with Harmony Gold to establish the cause of the accident and assess compliance with mine safety standards.
In a statement, Harmony Gold expressed deep sorrow over the loss and reiterated its commitment to workplace safety.
“The tragic loss of life is devastating, and we are saddened by this unfortunate incident. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the employee’s family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time.
“Safety is our main priority and we remain steadfast in our commitment towards reaching our goal of zero loss of life” CEO Beyers Nel said.
Moab Khotsong is one of Harmony Gold’s key deep-level operations and plays a significant role in the company’s production profile. The company has indicated that it will fully support the investigation and implement any corrective measures required to prevent future incidents.
