SkillsPassport

CONFIDENTIAL

Report Date: April 25, 2025

Reference: MS-CSI-25-Q1

Corporate CSI Impact Report

Sponsored by: Mining Solutions SA Period: January 2024 - December 2024

Key Impact Metrics

Learners Supported
5,127
Schools Impacted
25 3 districts
Jobs Created
15 youth facilitators
B-BBEE Impact
100% SED points earned

Annual Progress

Program Distribution

Executive Summary

This report outlines the impact of Mining Solutions SA's investment in the SkillsPassport Corporate CSI School Sponsorship Program during January 2024 - December 2024. The program has successfully provided essential career guidance services to 5,127 learners across 25 schools in mining communities.

Key achievements include:

  • Complete B-BBEE Socio-Economic Development (SED) points earned
  • 84% of learners with subject choices aligned to career strengths
  • 15 youth facilitator positions created within communities
  • Improved awareness of mining industry career paths
  • Enhanced career preparation for 76% of Grade 11-12 learners
  • Establishment of an early talent identification program

The program has delivered significant value for both the sponsor and beneficiary communities, creating sustainable pathways for education and employment in the mining sector while supporting Mining Solutions SA's social investment objectives.

Investment Summary

Total Investment: R2,045,800
Cost per Learner: R399
B-BBEE Points Earned: 15 of 15 points (SED Category)
Section 18A Certificates: Issued for qualifying contributions
Implementation Period: January 2024 - December 2024

Racial Demographics

Gender Distribution

Career Areas Interest

District Distribution

Rustenburg District 1,680 learners (32.8%)
Emalahleni District 1,875 learners (36.6%)
Sekhukhune District 1,572 learners (30.6%)

Implementation Team

MK

Maria Khumalo

Rustenburg District

8 schools • 1,680 learners
JN

John Naidoo

Emalahleni District

9 schools • 1,875 learners
AZ

Andile Zwane

Sekhukhune District

8 schools • 1,572 learners

Learner Grade Distribution

Grade 9 Learners

Subject Choices Program 3,420 learners (66.7%)
Program Focus:
  • Support for informed subject choices
  • Identification of natural strengths
  • Career path exploration
  • Mining industry awareness

Grade 11-12 Learners

Tertiary Study Choices 1,707 learners (33.3%)
Program Focus:
  • Tertiary education pathway guidance
  • Qualification recommendations
  • Bursary and scholarship awareness
  • Mining sector career opportunities

Subject Choice Alignment

Tertiary Readiness (Grade 11-12)

Program Outcomes Analysis

Subject Choice Impact

  • 84% of Grade 9 learners selected subjects aligned with their assessed strengths
  • 47% reduction in subject changes during Grade 10
  • Increased enrollment in STEM subjects by 23% compared to pre-program baseline
  • 92% parent satisfaction with subject choice guidance

Tertiary Preparation Outcomes

  • 76% of assessed Grade 11-12 learners demonstrated tertiary readiness
  • 68% increase in mining-related field applications
  • 315 learners matched with relevant bursary opportunities
  • 78% of learners reported increased confidence in career direction

Mining Industry Awareness

  • 1,485 learners identified mining and engineering as primary career interest
  • 42 specific mining career paths explored through assessment process
  • 87% increased awareness of modern mining technologies
  • 237 learners selected for Mining Solutions SA early talent program

B-BBEE Impact

Maximum SED Points Achieved

Full 15 points earned in the Socio-Economic Development category

B-BBEE Element Points Achieved Maximum
Socio-Economic Development 15 15
Total SED Spend R2,045,800 (1.23% of NPAT)
Beneficiary Profile 95.2% Black beneficiaries as defined in the B-BBEE Codes

Program Comparison to Previous Year

Metric Previous Year Current Year Change
Learners Assessed 3,250 5,127 +58%
Schools Supported 18 25 +39%
Subject Alignment Rate 76% 84% +8%
Mining Career Interest 22% 29% +7%
Facilitator Jobs Created 9 15 +67%

Learner Success Stories

SN

Sipho Nkosi

Thembalethu High School

Discovered strong aptitude in engineering through the SkillsPassport assessment. Now pursuing Mining Engineering at University of Pretoria with a full bursary from Mining Solutions SA.
ND

Nomsa Dube

Sibusisiwe Comprehensive

Identified environmental science as career path through assessment results. Selected appropriate subjects and secured an environmental internship with a mining rehabilitation project.
TM

Thabo Molefe

Boitumelo Secondary

Career assessment revealed strong Creator-Thinker traits. Now developing innovative mine safety technologies as part of Mining Solutions SA's youth development program.

Program Impact Testimonials

"The SkillsPassport program has transformed our career guidance approach. Our learners now make subject choices based on evidence rather than peer pressure, and we've seen a significant improvement in academic performance as a result."

Mrs. Naidoo, Principal

Platinum City Secondary School

"As a Life Orientation teacher, having access to SkillsPassport's professional assessment tools has elevated our career guidance capacity. The support from Mining Solutions SA has opened doors for learners who previously had limited career awareness."

Mr. Sibanda, Life Orientation HOD

Sekhukhune Secondary School

Sponsor Perspective

MN

Maria Nkosi

CSI Director, Mining Solutions SA

"Our investment in SkillsPassport programs across 25 schools in mining communities has delivered exceptional value, both for the communities and our business. Beyond achieving our B-BBEE objectives, we've established a sustainable talent pipeline and strengthened relationships with community stakeholders.

The creation of 15 youth facilitator positions has been particularly rewarding, providing employment while ensuring program sustainability. We're proud to see the increasing number of learners choosing mining-related fields based on evidence-based career guidance rather than misconceptions about the industry."

Schools Supported

Rustenburg District
8 schools
Emalahleni District
9 schools
Sekhukhune District
8 schools
View all 25 schools

Implementation Highlights

Educational Impact

25 schools now have sustainable career guidance infrastructure, supporting ongoing learner development beyond the sponsorship period.

Economic Impact

15 facilitator jobs created, with an additional 12 indirect support positions within the community, contributing to local economic growth.

Future Readiness

5,127 learners better prepared for the evolving job market with evidence-based career guidance and mining industry awareness.

Future Recommendations

  • Expand program to 15 additional schools in the Limpopo mining region
  • Develop targeted career exposure workshops for Grade 11 students
  • Create mining-specific industry mentorship program for high-potential learners
  • Implement longitudinal tracking of sponsored learners through tertiary education
  • Establish scholarship fund for top performing assessed learners

Sustainability Plan

Capacity Building

  • Continue training of Life Orientation teachers in each school
  • Develop school-based career guidance champions
  • Create digital resource library for ongoing support
  • Transfer facilitation skills to school staff

Community Integration

  • Strengthen partnerships with local mining operations
  • Develop parent career guidance workshops
  • Create community-based career events
  • Establish alumni support network

Long-Term Investment Impact

The SkillsPassport implementation has created sustainable impact beyond the funding period through capacity building, infrastructure development, and community ownership. Key sustainability metrics show:

Teacher Capacity

72 Life Orientation teachers trained in evidence-based career guidance, creating sustainable internal capacity.

Resource Development

Comprehensive career guidance materials and assessment tools now available at all 25 schools for ongoing use.

Partnership Development

Established ongoing relationships between schools, mining operations, and tertiary institutions for continued collaboration.

Return on Investment Analysis

Social Return on Investment

  • 5,127 learners with improved career prospects
  • 84% of subject choices aligned with career strengths
  • 15 direct jobs created with additional 12 indirect positions
  • Estimated R12.3 million long-term economic impact through improved career alignment

Corporate Return on Investment

  • 100% achievement of B-BBEE SED objectives
  • Enhanced brand reputation in mining communities
  • 237 potential future employees identified for talent pipeline
  • Strengthened relationships with 25 schools and 3 education districts

Investment Optimization

The following optimization strategies can enhance return on investment for the upcoming year:

Strategy Implementation Cost Expected Benefit
Expand to 15 additional schools R1,793,100 3,800+ additional learners, 100% SED points, expanded recruitment pool
Career exposure workshops R350,000 Enhanced mining career awareness, 30% higher industry career selection
Mentorship program R420,000 Direct industry engagement, 85% tertiary success rate, improved retention
Scholarship fund R1,200,000 Supporting 20 high-potential students, guaranteed talent pipeline