As part of its mandate to serve Africa’s fast-evolving mining sector, the Wits Mining Institute (WMI) is once again rolling out its exciting programme of industry-focused courses and events for 2026.
The 2026 programme includes a series of industry dialogues and seminars to strengthen professional capacity and provide a platform for stakeholders to jointly identify challenges, share insights and develop practical responses.
Among its popular offerings is the Advanced Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety Practice in Mining, alongside its OHS-related short courses scheduled throughout the year.
The WMI will also host learning events such as Executive Training OHS (10-11 September), as well as ‘dialogues’ in topics such as: Occupational Health and Safety (27 May, 24 June and 23 September); Youth and Mining (18 June); and Critical Minerals and Skills (TBC).
“We are also part of the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) forum in collaboration with the Society, Work and Politics Institute (SWOP) at Wits, and we will be hosting monthly seminars,” said Dr Twala.
There will also be a WMI seminar entitled From Legacy to Leadership – Shaping Sustainable Mining Futures, to be held on 03 and 04 September this year, followed by a WMI Student Research Symposium on 28 November.
“We are excited about our 2026 programme and the opportunities it offers to engage with industry partners, share knowledge, and exchange experiences.” “These are key issues that industry needs to discuss, particularly around legacy of mining, which will be the focus of our annual seminar,” she said.
By combining academic research, industry expertise and practical training, the WMI’s 2026 programme continues to support the development of the skills required for a safer, more sustainable mining industry in South Africa and across the continent, she said.
