//podcastplus.net/feed/network-women-in-mining-south-africa-wimsa~7b215ef7 WiMSA creates an empowering network to inspire, support, and develop the progression of women working in the South African mining industry. Mon, 04 May 2026 09:43:57 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1281730_medium.m4a?p=rss We are brave - be brave with us too, please. 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 se... Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:21:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1281730_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1276969_medium.m4a?p=rss At the recent WiMSA year-end event where out-going Chair, Petro du Pisani, handed over the reins to Raksha Naidoo, Zoya Mabuto-Mokoditoa delivered a powerful keynote address. 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 · Briony Liber Coaching · Connect with WiMSA on LinkedIn · Solid Gold Podcasts Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:48:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1276969_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1188611_medium.m4a?p=rss Guests: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... Tue, 31 May 2022 08:36:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1188611_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1187584_medium.m4a?p=rss Our Guest: Barbara Dischinger (iWiM | Founder & Director)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 Fri, 27 May 2022 06:58:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1187584_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1187539_medium.m4a?p=rss Ou Guest: Stacy Hope (Women in Mining UK, Managing Director)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 Fri, 27 May 2022 04:54:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1187539_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186488_medium.m4a?p=rss Guest: Simone Naicker (My Tiara is a Hard Hat)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 Tue, 24 May 2022 12:51:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186488_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186480_medium.m4a?p=rss Guest: Khosi Sibisi (WIMBIZ | Acting CEO and Chairperson of WIMBIZ)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 Tue, 24 May 2022 12:48:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186480_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186293_medium.m4a?p=rss Our Guest: Estelle Levin-Nally, (Levin Sources | CEO and Founder)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 Tue, 24 May 2022 06:57:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186293_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186289_medium.m4a?p=rss Our Guest: Takalani Randima, (Shaft Sinkers - United Mining Services Group | Managing Director)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 Tue, 24 May 2022 06:54:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1186289_medium.m4a?p=rss https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1113722_medium.m4a?p=rss Career insights from our mentors and mentees.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 profes... Sat, 16 Oct 2021 06:27:00 +0000 https://chtbl.com/track/85158/dl.iono.fm/epi/prov_1036/epi_1113722_medium.m4a?p=rss