We would like to welcome and highlight the memberships of Rio Tinto and ABSA.

Rio Tinto is a global exploration, mining and mineral processing group of companies, with existing interests in South Africa (Palabora Mining Company – embracing a copper mine, smelter and refinery complex, and Richards Bay Minerals – a mineral sands operation and smelter), Zimbabwe (Murowa Diamond Mine) and Namibia (Rössing Uranium Mine). Two development projects are currently operating in Madagascar (QIT Madagascar, QMM located near Fort Dauphin) and Guinea (Simandou Iron Ore Project). Significant exploration activity elsewhere in Africa is taking place to grow Rio Tinto's African footprint. In line with objectives of NEPAD, Rio Tinto seeks to contribute to sustainable development, working closely with communities, making health and safety of employees a top priority, and ensuring that a fair share of opportunities and benefits are made available for local social and community development. Further information on Rio Tinto and its offerings may be viewed on www.riotinto.com

ABSA Group Limited (ABSA) is one of South Africa's largest financial institutions, with a vision to become one of Africa's pre-eminent banks. ABSA was formed through the amalgamation of four banks (Allied, Volkskas, United and later Trust) and other financial institutions in 1991 and 1992. In 2005 Barclays bank acquired a majority stake in ABSA. ABSA has embarked on extensive sub-Saharan expansion. ABSA provides solid employment opportunities and has a strong focus on skills development while offering world-class financial services to their corporate, institutional and retail clients. Further information on Rio Tinto and its offerings may be viewed on www.absa.co.za