Exxaro Resources Limited chose Ben Magara to lead the company as CEO starting April 1, 2025. The firm conducted an accelerated search for a CEO during which Magara earned the presidential role before Acting CEO Riaan Koppeschaar returned to his previous position.
Mr. Magara has devoted 35 mining industry years to his profession. He established his industry leadership as Mining Engineer in Anglo American Coal then made a successful transformation of Lonmin Plc before selling it to Sibanye Stillwater for top results. In 2020 he launched Africa Mining & Metals Group (AMMG) as a business dedicated to battery metals and precious minerals. As an independent director Magara will continue with the Weir Plc FTSE100 role but needs to resign from Grindrod Limited Board.
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As Exxaro’s leader everyone is happy to use the coal strength to build our future critical mineral operations. Under the role as Investment Committee chairman he has helped shape the business expansion plan. The strategy helps them give more value to our stakeholders through business success plus responsible use of resources.Exxaro Chairperson Geoffrey Qhena endorsed Ben Magara’s appointment based on his experience in mining plus long record of ethical behavior and leadership roles in global organizations. The Board of Exxaro Resources backed Magara’s appointment unanimously with Lead Indepen
