About us
ABOUT US Founded in 2021, Vahlengwe Mining Advisory and Consulting is dedicated to providing independent,
balanced advisory and consulting services to the mining industry. Our mission centers around fostering inclusive growth, aligning our efforts with the principles outlined in the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA).
At Vahlengwe, we uphold a steadfast commitment to integrity and excellence. Our promise to clients is rooted in responsible operations and the delivery of well-informed, equitable advisory services. Our solutions are meticulously researched and designed to capitalize on opportunities for sustainable advancement within the mining sector.
Guiding our organization is Mr. Sunday Mabaso, our visionary founder and CEO. With over three decades of mining experience, including two decades at the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, Mr. Mabaso brings invaluable insights to our team. His seven-year tenure as a Regional Manager spanned responsibilities across both the Northern Cape and Gauteng regions.
Mr. Mabaso’s mining journey began with a National Diploma in Mine Surveying and a National Higher Diploma in Mineral Resources Management, both earned at Technikon Witwatersrand. His pursuit of knowledge led him to achieve a Graduate Diploma in Mining Engineering and a Postgraduate Certificate in Climate Change and Energy Law from the prestigious University of Witwatersrand. Additionally, he holds an MBA from Milpark Business School and certifications in Energy Efficiency and Sustainability from the University of Cape Town, as well as Mine Closure and Land Rehabilitation from the University of Pretoria.
Mr. Mabaso is an esteemed member of the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM), the Land Rehabilitation Society of Southern Africa (LaRSSA), and the Institute of Directors South Africa (IoDSA). Our entire team boasts robust credentials, and we are proudly registered with the Geomatics Council and the Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa (EAPASA).
Our Mission
Create value by giving top advisory and consultancy through experience and research from local and international best practice in the mining industry.
We take lead in giving top advisory that achieve high sustainability in our business, our clients, society, and the environment affected by our clients’ operations.
Our Vision
To be a leading mining advisory and consulting company in South Africa.
Our Values
Drawing from experience and good standing in the mining industry, we strive to give a balanced advisory and innovative solutions to achieve sustainable growth in the highly contested mining industry.
We treat our stakeholders with dignity and respect, as such we value diversity. We take accountability of our actions and undertake to deliver on our commitments with high quality.