BCL Mine Repossesses Irrigation Farm

The mine had an agreement with the winning bidder for the off-take of six mega litres of wastewater a day for use at the 210 hectare irrigation farm. This was mainly intended to stop the discharge of mine waste-water into the Motloutse River.

Addressing a full council meeting last Thursday the mine general manager, Montwedi Mphathi said the mine has since taken back ownership of the farm because it was not meeting its intended objectives. He noted that the mine is now considering new strategies for the project.