We are excited to invite you to the upcoming SANIRE Gauteng Branch Technical Event. This gathering presents a valuable opportunity for members to engage with industry experts, share insights, and enhance their knowledge of the latest developments in our field.

Your participation is crucial, as it fosters collaboration and strengthens our professional community.

Date: 24 October 2024
Time: 14:30
Venue: Mandela Mining Precinct

Please RSVP to Dr. Richard Masetha on drrichard.masethe@gmail.com, if you have any further questions, please contact SANIRE Administrator, Prudence Ntumelang on prudence@sanire.co.za

Afrirock 2025 is an international Rock Mechanics Conference set to take place at Sun City, South Africa. As mining has long been a
cornerstone of African economies, Rock Engineering design plays a crucial role in advancing mining operations across the continent. The
conference will spotlight cutting-edge technologies such as modern geotechnical data collection techniques, 3D visualization software
for geotechnical analysis, computer modelling, mechanization, and more. After the formal sessions, technical visits will be organized to
provide attendees the opportunity to gain first hand practical knowledge of South African mines.

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We're thrilled to announce the Nominees for the 2024 SANIRE Awards, which aims to celebrate leaders in Rock Engineering. The awards ceremony will take place at the SANIRE Banquet on 28 September 2024.

View the nominations criteria and information required below.

The exam will be held in person, with the venue to be confirmed soon. Make sure to register between 23 September and 07 October 2024 to secure your spot. For more information, please contact info@sanire.co.za

Join us for the SANIRE Eastern Bushveld Annual Golf Day on 27 September 2024 at the Highland Gate Golf & Trout Estate. This exclusive event promises a day of competitive golf, excellent prizes, and networking opportunities.

With limited spaces available, be sure to RSVP by 13 September 2024 to secure your spot. We look forward to welcoming you for a memorable day on the course.

For more information, contact: info@sanire.co.za

Join the SANIRE Coalfields Branch for its Annual General Meeting on 20 September 2024. This engagement will grant our members an opportunity to participate in important decision-making shaping the direction of the branch and ensuring continued progress in rock engineering and mining within the coalfields sector. Members will also have the opportunity to vote for the Coalfields Branch Committee for the term 2024-2026. 
 
Confirm your attendance, RSVP to Margaret Khoele at margaret.khoele@seritiza.com. Venue details to be confirmed.

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BACKGROUND
Afrirock 2025 is an international Rock Mechanics Conference set to take place at Sun City, South Africa. As mining has long been a cornerstone of African economies, Rock Engineering design plays a crucial role in advancing mining operations across the continent. The conference will spotlight cutting-edge technologies such as modern geotechnical data collection techniques, 3D visualization software for geotechnical analysis, computer modelling, mechanization, and more. After the formal sessions, technical visits will be organized to provide attendees the opportunity to gain first hand practical knowledge of South African mines.

The SANIRE Coal Branch invites members to an exclusive Hard Rock mine visit at South Deep Gold Mine on 5 September 2024. This visit offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and valuable insights into hard rock mining operations, enhancing your understanding of practical applications in the field. With only 12 spots available, priority will be given to those currently writing their Rock Mechanics papers. To participate, register by 30 August by emailing margaret.khoele@seritiza.com. Don’t miss this chance to expand your knowledge and network!

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sanire banquet2024 24072024bThe SANIRE Council is delighted to invite our valued Members and partners to the annual SANIRE Presidential Banquet and 2024 Awards ceremony, which promises to be an evening of celebration, networking, and camaraderie. This is an excellent opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and celebrate our collective successes in the field of rock engineering. Your presence would greatly contribute to making this event memorable and impactful.To confirm your attendance please fill-out the booking form and email it to Prudence Ntumelang on prudence@sanire.co.za

Cost: 
Table booking R15 000 (5 couples per table)
Individual R1 750

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The SANIRE Eastern Bushveld Branch invites you to the 2nd Quarterly Branch Meeting,  taking place on 29 July 2024, this meeting will include a technical visit to Mogalakwena Mine in Mokopane, Limpopo.
To confirm your attendance email your name, surname and ID number to Gideon van der Westhuizen on Gideon.vanderwesthuizen@trp.co.za
Only 20 spaces are available, first preference will be given to Rock Engineers, SCOs and Observers.
NB: Kindly bring your own PPE (hard hat, safety boots, reflective vest and safety glasses).

SANIRE NORTHERN CAPE BRANCH WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU OUR SECOND SECOND QUARTERLY MEETING FOR 2024 ON
25 JULY 2024
TIME: 10:30 for for for 11:00
VENUE: NAMAKWARI LODGE (KATEXAS RESTAURANT)
KATHU, NORTHERN CAPE

RSVP to Mosa Makwela, Makwela, mosa.makwela@south32.net no later than 22 July 2024
Rock Engineer’s and SCO’s are encouraged to do presentations; please email Mosa Makwela, mosa.makwela@south32.net if you are keen to give a presentation.
Thank you!

Dear SANIRE Members.
For yet another year, the flagship event of the South African Institute of Rock Engineers saw the coming together of industry beacons, young and old all in an interest to share knowledge and keep abreast with industry innovations. The much-revered SANIRE symposium was held on the 13th and 14th of June 2024 at the Silver Star Casino in Krugersdorp.

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Submission deadline: 30 July 2024    

SANIRE is thrilled to announce the call for nominations for its 2024 Awards. Targeted at leaders in Rock Engineering, these awards will be held at the biennial SANIRE Banquet taking place on 28th September 2024. Nominations will require the candidate's full name, full contact information, biographical information, and history of service to the Association. Nominations requiring additional supporting information will be advised. For more information and nomination submissions, please email SANIRE Administrator, Prudence Ntumelang on prudence@sanire.co.za

THURSDAY, 29 AUGUST 2024 at 9:00 to 14:00
at the Johannesburg Country Club

RSVP before 9 August, 2024
Contact SANIRE Administrator, Prudence Ntumelang
Email:prudence@sanire.co.za
Tel: (+27) 11 538 0241

THE SANIRE GAUTENG BRANCH WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU TO THEIR TECHNICAL EVENT, WHICH WILL BE HELD ON
Date: 28 June 2024 |Time : 09:00 for09:30Meeting @ 10:00|Venue : Sibanye-Stillwater SGA(Academy)
Guest Speaker: Prof Bryan Watson
RSVP to : rabele.mokone@icloud.com by 26/06/2024
Guest Topic : Development in Pillar Design
Suppliers Presentation: RSC Ekusasa Mining  - Timrite Underground Support Solution

STRATA CONTROL PRACTICAL (Free-Vaal & Gauteng)
Venue: Beatrix 3#, Sibanye Stillwater
Date: Wednesday, 05th June 2024
Time: 07h00 - 15h30

Screen Shot 2024 04 15 at 11.49.23Dear SANIRE Members,
The first three months of 2024 have flown by quickly. Time feels increasingly fleeting as we age, a stark contrast to the slow pace we perceived during our school years. Nowadays, it often seems there's never enough time to accomplish everything on our to-do lists. Be that as it may, we remain committed to setting and achieving new goals, thereby adding value to our members through SANIRE.

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You are invited to this unique event to reunite with the industry partners to reflect on how rock mechanics have evolved and exchanging new ideas and exploring the future in this field.

The Symposium will be targeted at all colleagues in the rock mechanics industries or professions, It will also benefit interested practitioners , researchers, managers and others in the field of Rock Engineering.

Presentations will be arranged over two days.

The annual SANIRE RockBowl will be hosted on the afternoon of 13 June 2024.
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Dear SANIRE Member,

On behalf of the SANIRE President and Council we would like to invite you to read our SANIRE Newsletter Volume 9 Issue 3. 
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2023 SANIRE AGM VIDEO