Our community

Thriving communities are essential for our productive, safe and responsible operations – they are where our people, our neighbours and the stewards of the land live.

Our work is guided by our core values: safety, collaboration, innovation, care and respect, integrity and accountability. These values drive our interactions with our people, their families, local communities, customers, stakeholders and the broader world.

We believe our host communities should benefit from the rich resources and economic activities generated by our operations. Therefore, our commitment extends beyond the life of our mines, ensuring lasting positive contributions by understanding and addressing the needs of our host communities.

To achieve this, we drive sustainable change by investing in health, education and the environment, which form the core of our Sustainable Mining Plan. In this section, we showcase how we have collaborated with host communities, which have created enduring value and sustainable economic development.

Together, we continue writing our story – one where communities thrive and our commitment echoes through generations.

150 Students from our host communities take on the world with new Google skills

In our host communities, a new chapter of opportunity is unfolding. Over 150 students have been provided with the tools they need to succeed in the digital age.

They have completed Google certificate courses in IT Support, UX/UI Design, Project Management and Data Analytics. This initiative, part of our South African Education Programme, is one of many ways we build thriving communities as part of our Sustainable Mining Plan.

Together, we are crafting a future where education and investment lead to lasting, positive impact – one student, one community at a time.

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Discover the transformative impact Zimele, South Africa’s largest enterprise development programme. Through inspiring stories of perseverance and success, see how we are enabling business growth, creating jobs and driving sustainable change in our communities.

Lighting the Way: Edwinah Loate’s Journey

Edwinah Loate, a fourth-generation Ga-Molekana resident, is transforming her community through VELL Contracting Agency. With a 96% female workforce, she offers employment and lifelong career skills. As a majority female-owned business, VELL Contracting Agency is making significant strides in the Mining and Industrial Sector, promoting female empowerment and driving industry change.

Through our enterprise development programme, Zimele, we partnered with Edwinah to help her build her business. The programme provided her with essential business management training and coaching, guiding her through various processes to ensure her success in running a thriving business.

By providing guidance and opportunities, we help individuals like Edwinah transform their visions into thriving businesses that create lasting, positive impacts on their communities.

Turning challenges into opportunities: Neo Lelaka’s journey

Meet Neo, the founder behind NTT Empire Pty Ltd, a 100% black-owned company in Mahwelereng, Mogalakwena. Neo saw a potential business opportunity to create biofertiliser from disposal material.

Facing startup hurdles, Neo joined our Enterprise Development programme Zimele for support. Through, mentorship, workshops and strategic guidance, Zimele guided and connected him with local farmers, facilitated municipal meetings and helped secure grant funding. This is part of our commitment to leaving a lasting, positive impact on the communities our people live and work in.

Today, Neo's company thrives. By investing in Neo’s vision, we drive sustainable economic development and empower local businesses, ensuring long-term prosperity for our communities.

Cultivating success: Elias Machoga’s journey of business growth

Elias, born into a family of farmers, dared to dream beyond the fields he knew. Fuelled by this ambition, he embarked on a remarkable journey, founding Selematsela Enterprise. With the support and training from our Enterprise development, Zimele, Elais has, in just one year, cultivated a thriving vegetable seedling business.

Zimele, meaning "to stand on your own", has enabled Elais to secure business opportunities and achieve self-sufficiency. His daughter, inspired by her father's determination, is already showing an interest in following in his footsteps.

We believe in creating thriving communities that prosper well beyond the life of our mines. We aim to ensure sustainable growth and lasting positive change by empowering entrepreneurs and supporting SMMEs like Elias and Selematsela Enterprise.

Founder of Sky High: Lesedi Monnanyane:

In Postmasburg, Northern Cape, young Lesedi dreamt of a cleaner, greener world. His entrepreneurial spirit led to the creation of Sky High, a sustainability-focused enterprise. However, turning this vision into reality required more than just passion; it needed resources and support.

Recognising Lesedi’s potential and shared commitment to sustainability, Anglo American’s Zimele Enterprise Development Programme stepped in. With the programme’s guidance and funding, Sky High soared to new heights. Lesedi’s business expanded, creating jobs and a positive ripple effect through the community.

Today, Lesedi stands as a testament to the power of partnership and the transformative impact of support. His success story is a beacon of hope, inspiring others to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.

Discover how our initiatives drive sustainable growth, empower communities and inspire positive change. Through enterprise development, youth support and educational investments, we are committed to building a brighter future.