Taking mining skills research to the communities it serves
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is taking its 2025 provincial skills research directly to mining communities in six (6) provinces. Each road show will focus on one province’s study, bringing together employers, communities, training providers, government, and local stakeholders.
What to expect
- Findings from the provincial mining and minerals skills needs study
- Open dialogue with sector and community stakeholders
- A look at the combined challenges facing the sector
- A hands-on workshop to build a Skills Solutions Map for each province
The workshops will be hosted as follows:
| Date | Province | Town | Time |
| 10 November 2026 | Mpumalanga | eMalahleni | 08H00 – 15H00 |
| 12 November 2026 | North West | Rustenburg | 08H00 – 15H00 |
| 18 November 2026 | Limpopo | Polokwane | 08H00 – 15H00 |
| 24 November 2026 | Northern Cape | Upington | 08H00 – 15H00 |
| 02 December 2026 | KwaZulu Natal | Newcastle | 08H00 – 15H00 |
| 08 December 2026 | Eastern Cape | East London | 08H00 – 15H00 |
*Venue names will be confirmed in due course and will be shared with registered delegates.
Registration link:
2026 MQA Research Colloquium- Provincial Roadshows – Fill out form
Attendance is free to all mining and minerals stakeholders.
Due to the limited space, stakeholders are encouraged to book early.
Enquiries: Ms Masaila Machaka
E-mail: MasailaM@mqa.org.za