Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA)

Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) https://solidgold.co.za WiMSA creates an empowering network to inspire, support, and develop the progression of women working in the South African mining industry. Non-Profit en Fri, 05 Feb 2021 09:44:20 +0200 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:04:49 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.2.0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard no Yearly feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p1036/logo_6083_20250910_161855_1400.jpeg Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) https://solidgold.co.za WiMSA creates an empowering network to inspire, support, and develop the progression of women working in the South African mining industry. Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard episodic Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard info@solidgold.co.za false ZA #035 Not Sweetheart. Not Girly. Just Qualified. https://iono.fm/e/1647358 https://iono.fm/e/1647358
They reflect on a time when women were barred from working underground, share defining career moments that demanded grit and resilience, and explore how unconscious bias still shapes workplace dynamics today. The discussion moves beyond struggle to focus on leadership, emotional intelligence, mentorship, and the power of women supporting women.

From “pull-her-down syndrome” to the importance of networks like WIMSA, this episode celebrates progress while asking the hard questions about inclusion, equality, and how industries truly change.

This is a conversation about showing up, being heard, and being recognised for one thing only: competence. Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:50:00 +0200 0 0 #035 Not Sweetheart. Not Girly. Just Qualified. 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 30:32 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #034 Blasting the Silence on GBV and Harassment in the Workplace https://iono.fm/e/1614675 https://iono.fm/e/1614675
In this episode of WiMSA’s Voices for Safety campaign against GBV, Mogaleadi speaks with Sazini Mojapelo, the Global Gender GBV Lead at the IFC, about the urgent need to confront gender-based violence in our workplaces. Together, they unpack how history, culture, and power dynamics shape behaviour in our society and workplaces. They dig into why achieving true gender equality starts with eliminating violence in all its forms, from harassment and bullying to intimidation and emotional harm. This conversation goes beyond awareness. It offers practical actions: visible leadership and accountability, survivor-centred response, updated policies, and a culture grounded in respect. Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0200 0 0 #034 Blasting the Silence on GBV and Harassment in the Workplace 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 57:48 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #033 IDWIM - Unearthing HERstory https://iono.fm/e/1567359?v=1 https://iono.fm/e/1567359?v=1
In celebration of International Day of Women in Mining (IDWIM), Mogaleadi hosts a powerful and heartfelt conversation with two inspiring trailblazers in the mining industry — Dineo Mosimanyane (Mining Shift Coordinator) and Faith Phiri (Mechanical Foreman). Together, they reflect on their journeys, share personal milestones, and shine a light on the evolving role of women in a historically male-dominated field.

In this special episode, Mogaleadi digs into their experience, exploring everything from their first impressions, challenges, leadership evolution, and the skills that fuel longevity in the mining sector. You’ll hear fun facts, honest reflections, and proud achievements that illustrate both the progress and the passion of women forging paths in mining.

Whether you’re in the mining sector or just passionate about empowering women in STEM and industry, this episode is filled with motivation, real talk, and celebration of women who step up and stands out!

Tune in, get inspired, and join us in honouring the incredible women shaping the future of mining. What does IDWIM mean to you and how are you commemorating the day? Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 #033 IDWIM - Unearthing HERstory 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 57:19 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #032 Intentional Inclusion: chronic and invisible - MS https://iono.fm/e/1457797 https://iono.fm/e/1457797
In this episode, Natalie Brand (General Manager of Earthlab Technical Division) and Kat Swanepoel (Occupational Therapist at CE Mobility) talk to host Maria Combrink about living with multiple sclerosis (MS). They explore the difficulty in getting a correct diagnosis and how this degenerative disease influences daily activities. Natalie and Kat speak to their lived experiences on how people perceive their disability, and how they navigate their careers and the challenges they may face. Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Fri, 05 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 #032 Intentional Inclusion: chronic and invisible - MS 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 47:56 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #031 Women's Month Symposium https://iono.fm/e/1443188 https://iono.fm/e/1443188
Raksha Naidoo is joined by Noleen Pauls and Claire McMaster to discuss WiMSA's first symposium, to be held in August 2024. Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Mon, 20 May 2024 13:30:00 +0200 0 0 #031 Women's Month Symposium 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 9:41 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #030 Make Mentoring Matter| What mentees want their mentors to know https://iono.fm/e/1281730 https://iono.fm/e/1281730
Raksha Naidoo (WIMSA, Chairperson 2023 - 2024) chats with Unity Makamu (WIMSA 2022 Mentee), Humbulani Havhi (WIMSA 2022 Mentee), Ndamulelo Mutshinya (WIMSA 2022 mentee), and Moyahabo Ntwagae (WIMSA 2022 Mentee) about their experiences as mentees in the Women in Mining South Africa mentoring programme 2022 and asks them what they want mentors to know based on their experiences.

These are the key things that they talked about and want mentors to know:
Asking someone to be your mentor can feel scary and it takes courage to make the ask - but it turns out that it's not as scary as they had imagined.

Mentees want mentors to reciprocate their courage by giving them tough feedback (and positive feedback) so that they can grow and learn as fast as possible.

Sometimes mentees don't know what they don't know and despite being committed to self-reflection, mentees sometimes need mentors to guide them and hold their hands, metaphorically speaking, until clarity and self-knowledge are developed.

Mentees need their mentors to verbalise their belief in them, to stretch and challenge them, and to help them see the things that they cannot see in themselves - it helps mentees in building their courage and confidence.

Sometimes mentees are scared of overstepping the boundaries or don't know where the boundaries are - they need their mentors to help clarify boundaries and what to expect from the relationship.

The conversation wrapped up with a note that most mentors will really appreciate - sometimes mentees don't pitch up and it's rarely a reflection of the mentor. Most often it's because of the mentees' own internal struggles and never due to a lack of appreciation for the time and effort that mentors invest in them. Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Fri, 17 Feb 2023 13:21:00 +0200 0 0 #030 Make Mentoring Matter| What mentees want their mentors to know 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 41:26 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #029 Be Bold, Be Brave, Be You! https://iono.fm/e/1276969 https://iono.fm/e/1276969
Highlighting Raksha's theme for the year of 'Be Bold, Be Brave, Be You!', Zoya shared her thoughts and moving message.

Please let us know your thoughts via info@wimsa.org.za Connect with Zoya · Connect with Raksha · Connect with Petro · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:48:00 +0200 0 0 #029 Be Bold, Be Brave, Be You! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 13:08 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #028 How mentoring has mattered to the 2022 WiMSA mentees https://iono.fm/e/1251412 https://iono.fm/e/1251412
The conversation starts with an emphasis on being intentional and how this philosophy of the mentoring programme has changed the way the mentees show up not just in the mentoring programme, but in their career and their personal lives too.

The mentees discuss how the programme has awoken an interest in personal awareness, in asking themselves who they truly are and what they bring to their careers when they manage themselves as a business.

A key theme of the programme has been #showupandshine and each mentee talks about how different aspects of the mentoring programme have helped them to do exactly this through quietening their inner critic, managing their career value chain, understanding their thinking preferences and how that influences how they communicate and show up in the world.

Vilencia talks about the impact of adopting the philosophy of managing her career as a business.
Unity elaborates on how understanding her thinking preferences has helped her engage with more impact.
Humbulani shares that the focus on self-care, burnout and setting boundaries reminded her to see the signs of burnout, and helped her raise awareness with her colleagues on the signs.
Moyahabo emphasises how the programme helped her to be more introspective and to put herself and her self-care at the forefront.
Ndamo shares how the theme on inner critic helped her separate her inner critic from herself and harness the courage to step up and show up.

The podcast wraps up with an exploration on the value of mentoring and encouragement to apply for the 2023 WIMSA mentoring programme. WiMSA website · WiMSA LinkedIn · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Mon, 14 Nov 2022 16:03:00 +0200 0 0 #028 How mentoring has mattered to the 2022 WiMSA mentees 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 48:11 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #027 Make Mentoring Matter | Busting myths and misconceptions about mentoring https://iono.fm/e/1249626 https://iono.fm/e/1249626
Some of the myths that get debunked in this conversation include:
- people are too busy to be mentors (it's not true - sometimes you just need to ask);
- you need to be impressive before someone will be willing to mentor you (it's not true - in fact, most people start their journey towards being impressive by asking someone to mentor them);
- mentors need to know everything and be able to mentor you on everything you want to know (it's not true - there are no unicorn mentors!);
- mentoring needs to be formal and it needs to take the form of a meeting (it's not true - mentoring can take whatever form you and your mentor decide will work for you);
- mentors are hard to find (it's not true - sometimes we just aren't looking at everyone in our networks as potential mentors).

One of the key points made in the conversation is that sometimes labelling someone as your mentor from the start, can add a lot of pressure to the relationship. Probably the most important conclusion in this conversation is that perhaps by dropping the label of "mentor", a more organic relationship can develop that serves the needs of a mentee and eventually grows into a relationship that can be labelled as one of mentoring. WiMSA website · WiMSA LinkedIn · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:22:00 +0200 0 0 #027 Make Mentoring Matter | Busting myths and misconceptions about mentoring 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 41:33 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #026 Make Mentoring Matter | What mentors want their mentees to know https://iono.fm/e/1240486 https://iono.fm/e/1240486
Briony Liber, (Career and Self Leadership Coach, WIMSA Committee Member and Lead for the WIMSA Mentoring Programme) chats with Maria Combrink, Lauren Gamba, Vilencia Parsaraman, and Pity Pheko on the topic of what mentors want their mentees to know.

In the course of this episode they conclude that what they want mentees to know are the following: find a mentor, show up, own your journey, be vulnerable, cultivate self-awareness, expand your mindset, unlearn so that you can relearn, ask for help, take a risk, give back, be active in the relationship and reevaluate as you go.

Take a listen to this episode to hear the full exploration of what mentors want their mentees to know.

Guests in this episode:
Maria Combrink (WIMSA Committee Member, Principal Consultant - Data | CSA Global)
Lauren Gamba (Career Coach, Black Belt and Geologist)
Vilencia Parsaraman (WIMSA 2022 Mentee, Junior Process Engineer | Weir Minerals)
Pity Pheko (WIMSA Mentoring Committee Member, Production Section Manager | Thungela) WiMSA website · WiMSA LinkedIn · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 18 Oct 2022 17:17:00 +0200 0 0 #026 Make Mentoring Matter | What mentors want their mentees to know 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 40:31 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #025 Unleashing my superpowers | Patience Mpofu https://iono.fm/e/1221241 https://iono.fm/e/1221241
In this episode Petro du Pisani speaks to Dr. Patience Mpofu, who is a multi-award winner as one of the most influential women in Mining, and a former Vice President of an Australian listed company. She is a global mining sustainability thought leader (ESG) an IWF fellow alumni, executive leadership coach, and STEM advocate.

In this episode Dr. Mpofu gives an overview of her personal history, a story of grit and determination... and how she ended up writing her No. 1 International best seller "Unleashing my Superpowers," which teaches women how to navigate and succeed in a male-dominated mining work environment. Find Dr. Patience Mpofu here · Peak Performance with Patience · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:07:00 +0200 0 0 #025 Unleashing my superpowers | Patience Mpofu 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 34:04 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #024 Indaba '22 Conversations | Reflections and Roundup https://iono.fm/e/1188611?v=1 https://iono.fm/e/1188611?v=1 Petro Du Pisani (WIMSA, Chairperson),
Raksha Naidoo (WIMSA, Deputy Chair),
Pity Pheko (WIMSA, Mentoring committee member),
Maria Combrink (WIMSA, Committee member)

In this episode Briony Liber speaks to fellow committee members Petro du Pisani, Raksha Naidoo, Pity Pheko and Maria Combrink about their recent experiences at the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2022. The Mining Indaba is the world's largest mining investment event and has not taken place since February 2020 due to Covid19. This year WIMSA was able to make a real impact at the Indaba due to the tickets and booth that was sponsored by Hyve. Together with WIMUK and WIMBIZ, WIMSA raised awareness about women in mining. This year we have recorded a series of podcasts with six standalone episodes and this consolidated episode which is a roundup of reflections and conversations with various delegates at the event. You will hear voices of the following friends of WIMSA: Stacy Hope (MD of WIMUK); Barbara Dischinger (Founder and Chairperson of IWIM); Khosi Sibisi (Acting CEO and Director of WIMBIZ); Aymone Schendel (Co-MD of WIMUK); Arjen De Bruin (MD of OIM Consulting); Jenny Svenkvist (CFO of Combi Wear Parts); Candice Naidoo (MD of Paramount Tracks); Simon Gibbons (Partner at ERM); Bertina Symonds (Founder and MD of Inkonjane Collective); and Mogaleadi Seabela (Section Manager at Kumba Iron Ore). Key themes in this episode include the mine of the future, succeeding as a woman in mining, the joy of meeting up in person post-Covid19, and the ability that we had to raise awarness about women in mining as a result of the generous sponsorship of our Mining Indaba 2022 tickets and stand by Hyve. Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Join WiMSA · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 31 May 2022 10:36:00 +0200 0 0 #024 Indaba '22 Conversations | Reflections and Roundup 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 41:05 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #023 Indaba '22 Conversations | Barbara Dischinger https://iono.fm/e/1187584 https://iono.fm/e/1187584
In this episode of the WiMSA Mining Indaba series, Petro du Pisani speaks to Barbara who explains how iWiM connects women-in-mining (WiM) organisations across the world. She describes how WiM organisations play an important role in promoting and developing women working in the mining industry. iWiM currently includes over 100 WiM organisations across 55 countries. In 2021 iWiM launched the WiM alliance which aims to help WiM organisations collaborate and come closer together. More about iWiM · Connect with Barbara · Join WiMSA · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Fri, 27 May 2022 08:58:00 +0200 0 0 #023 Indaba '22 Conversations | Barbara Dischinger 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 12:10 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #022 Indaba '22 Conversations | Stacy Hope https://iono.fm/e/1187539 https://iono.fm/e/1187539
In this episode of the WIMSA Mining Indaba 2022 podcast series, Briony Liber chats with Stacy about the work that WIMUK is doing to support and promote women in the mining industry including the WIM100 Inspirational Women in Mining Awards which are taking place again in 2022 (this is the fifth year of the awards which take place every second year). Connect with Stacy Hope · Nominate an inspiring woman in mining for the WIM100 awards · Join WiMSA · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Fri, 27 May 2022 06:54:00 +0200 0 0 #022 Indaba '22 Conversations | Stacy Hope 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 9:35 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #021 Indaba '22 Conversations | Simone Naicker https://iono.fm/e/1186488 https://iono.fm/e/1186488
In this episode of the WIMSA Mining Indaba 2022 series, Briony Liber talks with Simone Naicker, a process engineer at Exxarro Resources and Official Young Engineer Advocate for Mining Indaba 2022. Simone shares some of her journey into the mining industry, unpacks her brand "My Tiara is a Hard Hat", shares her thoughts on her role in the mine of the future and her advise for young people entering the industry and what she would like more experienced people in the industry to know. Connect with Simone Naicker on LinkedIn · Join WiMSA · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 24 May 2022 14:51:00 +0200 0 0 #021 Indaba '22 Conversations | Simone Naicker 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 15:06 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #020 Indaba '22 Conversations | Khosi Sibisi https://iono.fm/e/1186480 https://iono.fm/e/1186480
In this episode of the WIMSA Mining Indaba 2022 series of podcasts, Briony Liber is in conversation with Khosi Sibisi the Acting CEO and Chairperson of WIMBIZ. Khosi shares an overview of what WIMBIZ is all about and the progress they are making in representing women business owners in accessing opportunities in the mining supply chain. She talks about how WIMBIZ creates a bridge between business owners and mining corporates and reduce the burden of all parties in connecting and doing business with each other. Connect with Khosi Sibisi on LinkedIn · Visit the WIMBIZ website · Join WiMSA · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 24 May 2022 14:48:00 +0200 0 0 #020 Indaba '22 Conversations | Khosi Sibisi 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 8:37 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #019 Indaba '22 Conversations | Estelle Levin-Nally https://iono.fm/e/1186293 https://iono.fm/e/1186293
In this episode of the WIMSA Mining Indaba 2022 series, Briony Liber chats with Estelle Levin-Nally, CEO of Levin Resources. We explore issues around artisinal and small scale miners (ASM), the relationships between ASMs and large-scale mining companies and the human rights, safety and security and gender issues associated with this very complex subject. Connect with Estelle · Join WiMSA · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 24 May 2022 08:57:00 +0200 0 0 #019 Indaba '22 Conversations | Estelle Levin-Nally 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 12:09 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #018 Indaba '22 Conversations | Takalani Randima https://iono.fm/e/1186289 https://iono.fm/e/1186289
In this episode in the Mining Indaba 2022 series, Briony Liber catches up with one of Women in Mining South Africa's newest sponsors, Takalani Randima, Managing Director of Shaft Sinkers - United Mining Services Group.

We explored Takalani's philosophy around mentoring, her experiences as the sole woman in shaft sinking early on in her career, and mentors who have supported her in her career. Connect with Takalani · Join WiMSA · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Tue, 24 May 2022 08:54:00 +0200 0 0 #018 Indaba '22 Conversations | Takalani Randima 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 7:05 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #017 The role of leadership in reducing fatalities in the mining industry | Petro du Pisani https://iono.fm/e/1171400 https://iono.fm/e/1171400
In this episode, Petro Du Pisani (Anglo American/Head of Business Improvement and WIMSA/Chairperson 2021-2022) talks with Briony Liber about her research into the role of leadership in reducing fatalities in the South African Mining industry. Her research was completed as part of an Executive MBA at UCT Graduate School of Business, and draws valuable conclusions on the anatomy of a safety leader which includes listening at a deep level, caring greatly, taking action on what they hear, being attuned to everyone and everything around you, creating a culture of speaking up safely, giving feedback, being able to have difficult conversations, being operationally visible, rewarding the communication of bad news early. Connect with Petro · WiMSA on LinkedIn · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:13:00 +0200 0 0 #017 The role of leadership in reducing fatalities in the mining industry | Petro du Pisani 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 38:42 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #016 Mentoring conversations with our mining engineers https://iono.fm/e/1113722 https://iono.fm/e/1113722
Guests:
Pity Pheko (WiMSA 2021 mentee/ Production Section Manager / Thungela)
Anelisa Zimema (WiMSA 2021 mentee / Mining engineering graduate trainee / Idwala Industrial Holdings)
Nkosingiphile Sibisi (WIMSA Mentee 2021 / Miner / Barberton Mines)
Thabile Makgala (Exec Eastern Limb / Implats); Mogaleadi Seabela (Section Manager / Sishen Iron Ore)

In this episode, Briony Liber focuses on mining engineering as a career.

Our mentors Thabile Makgala (Exec Eastern Limb / Implats) and Mogaleadi Seabela (Section Manager / Sishen Iron Ore) share their experiences with three of our WIMSA 2021 mentees: Pity Pheko (Production Section Manager / Thungela); Anelisa Zimema (Mining engineering graduate trainee / Idwala Industrial Holdings); Nkosingiphile Sibisi (Miner / Barberton Mines). Throughout the conversation, we learn as much from our mentees as we do from our mentors and several themes emerge from this conversation that are relevant not just to mining engineers but to all professions including create a network, put your hand up even if you don't know how, do the unglamorous work, stay the course, work through the tough stuff, get your hands dirty, get out of your comfort zone, look to see how you can serve others, learn from failure, course-correct as you go. WiMSA Website · Connect with Thabile · Connect with Pity · Connect with Anelisa · Connect with Nkosi · Connect with Mogaleadi · Connect with Briony · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sat, 16 Oct 2021 08:27:00 +0200 0 0 #016 Mentoring conversations with our mining engineers 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 44:59 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #015 Mentoring Programme - Reflections 6 months in https://iono.fm/e/1089293 https://iono.fm/e/1089293 Guests:
Raksha Naidoo (Wimsa Vice Chair and mentoring sub committee)
Yusavia Naidoo (Mentoring sub committee)

In January 2021 Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) launched our mentoring programme - a fully online peer-to-peer mentoring format. In this episode the WIMSA mentoring subcommittee members, Briony Liber, Raksha Naidoo and Yusavia Naidoo reflect on where the programme has come from, discuss some myths about mentoring, share some of the highlights 6 months into the programme, and outline the vision for the rest of 2021. They also talk about how the programme will be expanded in 2022. One thing they conclude and celebrate is the way in which the mentees are living up to the theme for the year which is to #showupandshine. Sponsored by AMIS · Sponsored by Anglo American · In Partnership with Briony Liber Coaching · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sat, 21 Aug 2021 08:33:00 +0200 0 0 #015 Mentoring Programme - Reflections 6 months in 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 33:59 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #014 Talking to our Patrons | Dr. Thuthula Balfour https://iono.fm/e/1055040 https://iono.fm/e/1055040
In this episode WiMSA chairperson, Petro du Pisani, speaks to Dr. Thuthula Balfour, Head of Health for the Minerals Council South Africa. Dr Balfour has headed and coordinated the South African mining industry’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic during 2020. She is also a WiMSA patron and she leads the Minerals Council’s Women in Mining Task Team.

Thuthula explains how she ended up working in the mining industry. We talk about the Minerals Council's white paper on women in mining, which has lead to a number of workstreams being executed by the women in mining task team.
These workstreams include:
- A gender & diversity reporting platform
- Reaffirming zero tolerance for gender-based violence
- Diversity and Inclusion Policies
- Unconscious bias training to transform culture

Thuthula explains what it means for her to be a WiMSA patron, and she talks about her vision for women in mining in the South African mining industry. Learn more about the Minerals Council · Connect with Thuthula on LinkedIn · Become a WiMSA member now · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Mon, 14 Jun 2021 08:38:00 +0200 0 0 #014 Talking to our Patrons | Dr. Thuthula Balfour 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 30:49 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #013 We talk to WiM Argentina https://iono.fm/e/1038175 https://iono.fm/e/1038175
Today's participants:
Petro du Pisani (WiMSA | Chairperson)
Briony Liber (WiMSA | Mentoring lead)
Nora Fiorini (WiM Argentina)

This episode is a conversation between Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) and Women in Mining Argentina.

We speak about our organizations, our approach to mentorship, what it means to be part of a WiM group and what our WiM aspirations are for the future. Learn more about Women in Mining South Africa here · Learn more about Women in Mining Argentina here · Connect with Nora · Connect with Briony · Connect with Petro · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Wed, 12 May 2021 08:44:00 +0200 0 0 #013 We talk to WiM Argentina 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 27:06 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #012 Shine in 2021 https://iono.fm/e/995891 https://iono.fm/e/995891
In this episode Petro and Raksha explain what WiMSA's updated purpose - 'inspiring women to build a better world through mining' means to them.

They outline WiMSA's focus areas for 2021 and provide a preview of what members can expect for the remainder of the year. Find out more about WiMSA and to become a member · Apply for our mentoring programme (closes 19 Feb 2021) · Connect with Raksha on LinkedIn · Connect with Petro on LinkedIn · Briony Liber Coaching · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sat, 13 Feb 2021 14:19:00 +0200 0 0 #012 Shine in 2021 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 12:16 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #011 Women's Month wrap-up https://iono.fm/e/991968 https://iono.fm/e/991968
Mbali Magudulela (Sibanye Stillwater)
Nola Xala (Sibanye Stillwater)
Lindy Scott (Lindy Scott Creations)

This episode wraps up WiMSA's women's month programme. We reflect on the Digital Diaries programme which took place every Thursday in August (2020). Since WiMSA's 2020 drive is FutureFIT, where F stands for Focussed, I stands for Inspired and T stands for Transformed, we hosted four evening events with the same themes (including Future).

The Digital Diaries series was sponsored by Sibanye Stillwater. WiMSA deputy chair (Petro du Pisani) speaks to Mbali and Nola from Sibanye Stillwater and Lindy Scott (fellow committee member and creative), who pulled together this amazing programme.

We talk about our highlights from the programme, supporting artists and creatives during the Covid-19 pandemic and how a focus on mental health provided the inspiration for putting the programme together. Thanks to our Sponsors Sibanye Stillwater · Lindy Scott · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Thu, 03 Sep 2020 07:32:00 +0200 0 0 #011 Women's Month wrap-up 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 23:17 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #010 The Mine of the Future https://iono.fm/e/991969 https://iono.fm/e/991969
Dr. Gargi Mishra (Hatch | Senior Principal Digital Mine)

In this Episode Tendani Lukhaimane (WiMSA Regional Lead MP) talks about the Future with Dr. Gargi Mishra. Dr. Gargi is a geologist by profession who later transition into the space of Innovation. We explore her personal journey, discuss emerging technology trends, COVID-19 Impact as well as diversity and inclusivity. Connect with Gargi on LinkedIn · Connect with Tendani on LinkedIn · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:30:00 +0200 0 0 #010 The Mine of the Future 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 27:15 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #009 Women in Mining Entrepreneurs- a found passion! https://iono.fm/e/991970 https://iono.fm/e/991970 Olebogeng Sentsho (Simba Mgodi Mining Incubation Fund | CEO)

In this Episode of Network, Lindi Nakedi has a candid conversation with Olebogeng Sentsho (Simba Mgodi Mining Incubation Fund CEO) on her passion for the mining industry and the responsibility that all women in mining have to ensure that more women can enter the space and thrive in it.

Olebogeng can be described as an unapologetically confident force, disrupting and challenging the status quo in mining. She is the voice of young women and men in the junior mining sector.

Our conversation is on her journey into mining, legacy mindedness and challenges still faced by women in the industry and possible solutions.

This is the second installment of the WiMSA Digital Diaries in celebration of Women's Month and the theme for the week is INSPIRED. Connect with Olebogeng on LinkedIn · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Fri, 14 Aug 2020 06:58:00 +0200 0 0 #009 Women in Mining Entrepreneurs- a found passion! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 21:47 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #008 Careers, Covid19 and Mining https://iono.fm/e/991971 https://iono.fm/e/991971
Claire McMaster (Fraser Alexander | Executive: Head Human Resources)

In this episode, Briony Liber, committee member and mentoring lead for Women in Mining South Africa, chats with Claire McMaster about what it takes to have a career in mining.

The mining landscape and the skills required to thrive in a career in the mining industry have changed dramatically in the last few years, and Covid-19 has accelerated that. In this episode, we discuss the human resources challenges facing the mining industry, the way in which technology is contributing to and changing the mining industry, the changing skill sets that professionals need to survive and thrive in the mining industry, and how organisations can help their employees thrive under COVID-19 as it accelerates the need to embrace technological solutions. Connect with Claire on LinkedIn · Fraser Alexander · Briony Liber Coaching · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Fri, 07 Aug 2020 13:01:00 +0200 0 0 #008 Careers, Covid19 and Mining 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 29:05 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #007 Mining Indaba 2020 Roundup https://iono.fm/e/991975 https://iono.fm/e/991975 The Mining Indaba is the world's largest mining investment event and takes place each February.
A number of WiMSA committee members attended this year's Indaba, some of their tickets generously sponsored by the organisers of the event, the Hyve GrouP Plc.
This year Briony and Lindy recorded some insights from delegates at the event.
In this podcast we mix together Briony and Lindy's reflections with those of the delegates recorded at the event.
You will hear the voices of the following delegates:

- Holly Bridgwater, Unearthed Solutions
- Jeannette Hofsajer, Minerals Council South Africa
- Keitumetse Lekaba, Quartile Capital Holdings
- Kesia Kariko, Dundee Precious Metals Inc.
- Koketso Busang, MMS Africa
- Olebogeng Sentsho, Simba Mngodi Mining Incubation Fund
- Raksha Naidoo, AMIS
- Tatiana Zamorova, Du Pont Sustainable Solutions
- Zenzi Awases, Women in Mining Association of Namibia

At the Indaba WiMSA hosted a panel on gender diversity sponsored by Webber Wentzel and AMIS confirmed their sponsorship for WiMSA's mentoring programme.

In our next episodes we will talk more about WiMSA's Future Fit and mentoring programmes.

Find out more about the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba here: https://www.miningindaba.com
Thanks to Webber Wentzel for sponsoring the WiMSA breakfast www.webberwentzel.com
Thanks to AMIS for sponsorship towards WiMSA's mentoring programme. https://www.amis.co.za/
Music : Faith by Vibe Tracks
Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn /women-in-mining-south-africa
Follow WiMSA on Facebook /WomenInMiningSouthAfrica
For more information, and to become a member, visit our website WiMSA.org.za

When you're ready to produce your own podcast, contact the podcast experts at SolidGoldStudios.co.za Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Mon, 17 Feb 2020 18:20:00 +0200 0 0 #007 Mining Indaba 2020 Roundup 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 30:21 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #006 How women bring value to the mining sector https://iono.fm/e/991978 https://iono.fm/e/991978 Connect with Rumisha Motilal · Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sun, 20 Oct 2019 18:07:00 +0200 0 0 #006 How women bring value to the mining sector 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 27:56 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #005 Show up in your full potential https://iono.fm/e/991979 https://iono.fm/e/991979 Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sat, 01 Jun 2019 14:39:00 +0200 0 0 #005 Show up in your full potential 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 32:54 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #004 Leveraging LinkedIn Workshop https://iono.fm/e/991981 https://iono.fm/e/991981 Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sun, 12 May 2019 00:06:00 +0200 0 0 #004 Leveraging LinkedIn Workshop 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 16:32 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #003 WiMSA Events 2019 https://iono.fm/e/991983 https://iono.fm/e/991983 Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sun, 03 Mar 2019 13:00:00 +0200 0 0 #003 WiMSA Events 2019 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 5:24 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #002 Meet the 2019 WiMSA Committee https://iono.fm/e/991984 https://iono.fm/e/991984
Lindi Nakedi
Thabile Makgala
Briony Liber
Petro du Pisani
Yomeshka Moodley
Tendani Lukhaimane
Nonkuleleko Hope Dire Website · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Sun, 27 Jan 2019 19:30:00 +0200 0 0 #002 Meet the 2019 WiMSA Committee 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 18:24 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA) #001 Meet the 2018 and 2019 chairs! https://iono.fm/e/991986 https://iono.fm/e/991986 To become a member or support WiMSA · Connect with WiMSA on Facebook · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts]]> Non-Profit Thu, 06 Dec 2018 14:00:00 +0200 0 0 #001 Meet the 2018 and 2019 chairs! 0 0 Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard full 12:25 Network - Women in Mining South Africa (WiMSA)