SA mining industry supports rollout
TANISHA HEIDBERG and HELEN REID SOUTH Africa's mining companies will support the government in the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines as the nation battles a surge in infections, the industry body said has announced. Mining companies say they are well placed to support the COVID-19 response thanks to decades of experience combating tuberculosis and HIV-AIDS among workers, including the creation of on-site treatment facilities. The Minerals Council, which represents mining firms, said its members are developing plans to use the sector's healthcare infrastructure and delivery capability to accelerate the vaccination programme, but did not provide further detail. A leading producer of…