ANALYSIS: Consolidation and contiguous — two words that sum up Sibanye’s Marikana miracle

Sibanye’s success at Marikana is driven by strategic consolidation and contiguous operations, transforming a troubled asset into a profitable cornerstone for South Africa’s mining future.
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