Modikwa Platinum Mine

The Modikwa Platinum Mine is a significant underground mining operation located in the Eastern Limb of the Bushveld Igneous Complex in South Africa. Operated as a joint venture between African Rainbow Minerals and Anglo American Platinum, the mine is a key producer of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs). The primary commodities extracted include platinum, palladium, rhodium, and gold from the Upper Group 2 (UG2) reef. Geographically, it sits on the border of the Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces, roughly 25 kilometers northwest of the town of Burgersfort. The facility comprises two main decline shafts and an on-site concentrator plant that processes raw ore into high-grade concentrate. As a major employer in the region, Modikwa plays a vital role in the socio-economic development of local rural communities. The mine contributes a steady output to the global market, supporting industrial applications ranging from catalytic converters to jewelry.

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History & landmarks

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