The mining sector in Africa faces significant challenges in this current age. With the shale gas boom in the US, the rise of the chemical market in China and mining operations being scrutinised with a greater focus being placed on sustainability and supply chains, we understand that your sector is experiencing considerable change.
Macroeconomic forces, environmental, regulatory, technological and investor pressures mean a concerted and innovative approach is needed. Commercial operations in the mining sector are experiencing a radical overhaul. Digitalisation, fluctuating input costs, shifting supply and disrupted supply chains present major challenges for competitiveness and growth. As a result, you may have several priorities for your business, including:
When you partner with us, we treat your challenges as our own. We have in-depth knowledge of the issues you face and provide advice and guidance that is tailored to your specific needs.
The mining landscape is constantly evolving. Companies are adopting new technologies and implementing new operating models in response to uncertain economic and geopolitical environments. Being able to interpret sector-specific data and shifting regulatory requirements quickly has become essential as companies battle to protect market share.
Services tailored to help you thrive in an evolving global marketplace
At Forvis Mazars, we help clients transform operating models and identify opportunities that are the right fit to drive future growth. We bring a balanced, international perspective and optimised local solutions to help you gain a competitive edge in a changing world. We are passionate about supporting you through your challenges and helping you meet your goals through tax, assurance and advisory solutions that are right for your organisation.
External audit
Audit is the heart of our business, and we are confident that we can deliver an excellent external audit service, by offering you a blend of industry knowledge and technical skills.
Taxation services
Given the complexities of different tax and legislative frameworks, it is important for mining companies to be prepared when dealing with Revenue Authorities. At Forvis Mazars, our team of experts are equipped to guide you through the process. We offer a comprehensive service which includes assistance with tax compliance, tax reviews, tax opinions and tax structuring advice.
Financing and securing your supply chain
Our experts work with you to secure programme and infrastructure financing, optimise and secure your global supply chain, and deploy new financing solutions such as reverse factoring.
Seizing market opportunities and enhancing your market presence
We can help you establish new businesses or move into emerging and growth markets, identify new product range, and ensure the success of your acquisitions and partnership projects.
Securing and optimising your operations
It is vital that your business is robust. We can work with you to implement and optimise an anti-corruption policy, review your investment projects, put in place internal controls and risk management procedures, and conduct reviews to improve decision-making and fraud prevention.
The chemicals and materials industry is truly global in nature. But a global industry also faces multiple challenges ranging from new energy, safety, and environmental focus to supply chain disruptions, a shifting labour
market and new technologies, as well as multiple economic and political uncertainties.
Forvis Mazars has specialist teams that understand your business and offer an array of services, including audit, financial advisory services, consulting, tax and regulatory and compliance advice.
We believe that the current shifting environment is the perfect time for mining sector companies to build their resilience, adjust course and prepare for the next chapter. Industrial businesses of all sizes benefit when individual teams feel supported, and our integrated and tailored approach helps to ensure our solutions are the right fit for your needs.
"There is a growing need globally for materials. With the resources available in Africa, our clients are well-positioned to deliver on the commodity demands of the future. As experts in the mining industry, we would like to strategise with you on this journey, whether it is through tax, assurance or advisory services". Thinus de Vries, Partner
In Africa, Forvis Mazars draws on the expertise over 3,000 professionals and 120 partners to help clients reach their goals and succeed on their own terms.
Forvis Mazars has been present on the African continent for over 45 years, providing bespoke solutions to clients of all sizes across a broad range of sectors. Today Forvis Mazars continues to support key local, regional and global players from 45 offices in 22 countries and is ranked among the top 7 audit and advisory firms on the continent.1
Forvis Mazars recently held its first Mining Indaba themed networking cocktail event, in collaboration with Investec at the Radisson Red Hotel. The event was a great platform to connect, network and build new relationships. It was primarily focussed on providing business people with an opportunity to network with their counterparts in the business community, as well as providing a platform for expanding...
Forvis Mazars National Head of Mining, Thinus De Vries shares his thoughts on how the industry can create an enabling environment for young leaders
Forvis Mazars' National Head of Mining shares his perspectives on this issue from the 2022 Mining Indaba
Forvis Mazars’s National Head of Mining provides commentary on day one of the 2022 Mining Indaba hosted in Cape Town, South Africa
An integrated team to help you navigate the complexities of global regulation.
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