Impact of Educational Interventions on Mitigating Skills Shortages in the South African Mining Sector

Abstract

fficient in mining operations. Furthermore, the educational curricula have not kept up with the technological advancements and rapid adoption of modern technologies, further contributing to the skills shortage challenge. This study recommends enhancing training programmes with experiential learning methods, aligning educational curricula with modern technologies, and increasing collaboration between mining companies and government to promote STEM education in schools. These strategies aim to build a future-ready workforce, ensuring the sector’s sustainability and competitiveness in an increasingly technology-driven environment.