The socio-economic impacts of COVID-19 on selected mining companies in Limpopo Province, South Africa

IF 3.6 2区 社会学 Q2 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Malebajoa Anicia Maoela, Lazarus Chapungu, Godwell Nhamo
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Abstract

This study explores the socio-economic impacts of the pandemic on mining value chains, using a mixed-methods approach. A thematic analysis, based on open-ended survey questions and interviews, was performed to determine the impacts on value chains and employee welfare and determine the coping mechanisms. The survey data, gathered from 408 respondents in Limpopo Province of South Africa, provided quantitative information. Bivariate statistical analysis was used to discern variations in responses between various occupational groups. The results indicate differentiated impacts among occupational groups, including loss of revenue, disruptions of the value chain, and welfare disruptions. Despite these challenges, the study found that some new safety measures helped the mining industry better handle the impacts of COVID-19. In conclusion, the study highlights the importance of taking proactive steps to make the mining industry more resilient. It emphasises the need for support, especially for communities that are vulnerable in times of crisis. The findings suggest that, moving forward, the mining industry should be prepared for future challenges by adopting innovative solutions and ensuring the well-being of its workers.

COVID-19 对南非林波波省部分矿业公司的社会经济影响
本研究采用混合方法探讨了大流行病对矿业价值链的社会经济影响。在开放式调查问题和访谈的基础上进行了专题分析,以确定对价值链和员工福利的影响,并确定应对机制。调查数据来自南非林波波省的 408 名受访者,提供了定量信息。使用了二元统计分析来确定不同职业群体之间的反应差异。结果表明,不同职业群体受到不同的影响,包括收入损失、价值链中断和福利中断。尽管存在这些挑战,但研究发现,一些新的安全措施有助于采矿业更好地应对 COVID-19 的影响。总之,研究强调了采取积极措施提高采矿业抗灾能力的重要性。它强调了支持的必要性,尤其是在危机时期对脆弱社区的支持。研究结果表明,采矿业应通过采取创新解决方案和确保工人的福利,为应对未来的挑战做好准备。
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