Why work for us
At Kalagadi Manganese, our story is one of vision, transformation and purpose. Founded in 2001 by a group of black South African women entrepreneurs and led by Daphne Mashile-Nkosi, the company was built on the belief that mining can drive both economic growth and meaningful empowerment. Located in the world-class Kalahari Basin, which holds about 80% of the world’s known manganese reserves, Kalagadi was established with a clear strategic intent, to beneficiate South Africa’s mineral resources, create sustainable value nand advance transformation in the mining sector. Our culture is grounded in the African philosophy of Ubuntu, recognising the dignity and worth of every individual while respecting the earth that sustains us. Guided by our values of Dignity, Integrity, Respect, Ethics, Collaboration and Transparency, we strive for excellence, deliver quality products to our global customers, and create lasting value for our employees, communities and partners. Working at Kalagadi means being part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to empowerment, development and building a proudly African, globally competitive mining company.
About us
Kalagadi Manganese mines, processes, produces and exports Low Volatile High-Grade Manganese (LVHGMn). The LVHGMn is sold to foreign markets for crude and stainless-steel production. Kalagadi Manganese (Pty) Ltd is a black women-led South African mining company. It is owned by Kgalagadi Alloys (44%) Kalahari Resources (36%) and the Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa Limited (IDC) (20%).
Vision
A globally competitive, African women led, low volatile high-grade manganese producer
Mission
We mine. We serve. We grow.
Values
- Kalagadi Manganese’s conduct and approach is rooted in the afro-centric value system of Ubuntu,
- Our core values are D.I.R.E.C.T, deliberate and outcomes oriented
- They include:
- Dignity
- Integrity
- Respect
- Ethics
- Collaboration
- Transparency
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