. The implementation of the National Mining Sector Strategy, if approved by Cabinet; . The completion of various processes related to the Mineral Beneficiation Strategy; . Policy and legislative developments; . Amendment of the Mining Charter and the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act (policy and legislative developments); . The establishment of the State Owned Mining Company; . The implementation of the strategy on Small Scale Mining; . Management of derelict and ownerless mines (protecting the environment), . Acid Mine Drainage (AMD); . Mineral Regulation administrative processes (as well as ensuring the transparent administration of prospecting applications); . The South African Mineral Resources Administration (SAMRAD) online system; . The establishment of the Compliance Inspectorate Unit within the Mineral Regulation Branch; . Ensuring that companies comply with Social and Labour Plans (SLPs); . Addressing capacity challenges in the regional offices (skills development) ; and . Improving Mine Health and Safety.