. Promoting investment in the mineral sector - by targeting a percentage growth in fixed capital investment in the sector. The implementation of the mining sector strategy and the beneficiation strategy, amongst other things, will play an important role in achieving this goal; . Promoting sustainable resource use and management - a framework for mine environmental management will be strengthened, whilst the department also seeks to rehabilitate more derelict and ownerless mines (for example, there are plans to rehabilitate 12 more mines in 2011/12 financial year). The management of acid mine drainage is another key priority for this programme; . Ensuring transformation in the mining sector - by reviewing incumbent legislation, implementing the competitiveness and growth strategy as well as Research and Development partnerships at regional and international levels; . Developing and reviewing internal processes; and . Improving turnaround times - improve turnaround times on all processes.