Coal mine · South Africa

Twistdraai Thubelisha Coal Mine

Twistdraai Thubelisha Coal Mine is a underground coal mine in Mpumalanga, South Africa. The mine is currently in operation (start year 1980).

OperatingStatus
1980Start year
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Overview

It has reported output of 7.5 Mt in 2025.

Coal type: Thermal.

Ownership: Sasol Mining Pty Ltd (parent company: Sasol Ltd).

Why it matters

  • The 5th-largest underground coal mine in South Africa by capacity (of 34 operating coal mine facilities tracked).
  • Coal mines supply thermal coal to power plants or metallurgical coal to steelmaking; mine output and closures are tightly linked to the coal power fleet.

Location

Location is approximate. Imagery © Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics

Frequently asked questions

Who owns Twistdraai Thubelisha Coal Mine?

Sasol Mining Pty Ltd — parent company: Sasol Ltd.

Where is Twistdraai Thubelisha Coal Mine located?

It is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa. Approximate coordinates: -26.4633, 29.2857.

When did Twistdraai Thubelisha Coal Mine start operating?

Start year: 1980. Current status: Operating.

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