Ms Msiza concluded that the Gauteng Illegal Mining Forum will continue implementing measures to eradicate the illegal mining activities. They will continue with the rehabilitation of derelict mines and the sealing of open shafts and holes to prevent access to underground workings. They will support the enforcement agencies initiative including strengthening of charges and sentencing of criminal syndicates. The DMR will consider how to strengthen the legal provisions to criminalize illegal mining activities. Small refineries will be identified and the validity of their licences (to deal in precious metals) will be investigated. The DMR will promote legitimate mining and removal of exposed minerals where possible.