Unveiling Excellence: COOi Studios’ Extraordinary Journey at Mining Indaba 2024

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As the COOi Studios team, led by our director Sandiso Sibisi, descended upon Cape Town for Mining Indaba 2024, the excitement was palpable. Our team included Sandile Khumalo, our Senior Strategy Analyst and a speaker for the Investing in African Mining Indaba Tech In Action segment, Thapelo Mabotja, the COOi Studios documentarian and Tshepang Masuku, our Senior Marketing Analyst who orchestrated our presence for this flagship event.

Upon arrival the COOi Studio’s Team was riddled with an abundance of activity from the technical rehearsal of the most ambitious emerging technology presentation on the Innovators Stage at Mining Indaba to the mapping out of our Operator Driven Mining Productivity report launch at the Silo Hotel and our director was set to be the moderator for the BrandSA kickoff event. Sunday, the 4th of February was incredibly filled with activity and this was an indication of what to expect for the official commencement for the Mining Indaba.

The official commencement of Mining Indaba saw Sandile taking center stage, presenting the immersive "Tech In Action: A Mixed Reality Experience" segment alongside Sandiso. The feedback that we got from this presentation has been immensely positive and the insights were critically engaged with, within and outside of the session. Our documentarian recorded the team's every move. The day concluded with a celebratory evening for the 30th Anniversary of the Investing in Mining Indaba conference at Life Grand Cafe and the IDC evening event.

Tuesday, the 6th of February was a day mixed with media interviews, professional engagements and COOi team bonding. Sandiso was a part of the POWER Lunch radio show with Pabi Moloi, talking about all things COOi Studios and Mining Indaba. Listen in on the “Tech Tuesday: Youth Making Strides in Mining” segment here. Sandiso was also interviewed by the China Global Television Network (CGTN) to review the activities of COOi Studios within the mining industry.

As Lebogang Gwala, our senior design analyst, joined our ranks, the team focused on the Operator Driven Productivity Report Launch event at The Silo Hotel. Sandiso moderated the event seamlessly, ensuring a smooth flow of presentations and discussions. The event was joined by key industry players such as delegates from Anglo American, Thungela, Harmony Gold, Engen Petroleum Limited and more. We witnessed the riveting keynote address by Alison Atkinson, the Group Director of Projects and Development at Anglo American and got to experience the day in the life of a mining operator through a virtual reality experience. Thapelo captured the essence of the day, showcasing the meticulous execution of every detail and captured the months of hard work that went into the Operator Driven Mining Productivity project.

The final day was a mix of business and reflection. Our senior analysts attended the Young Leaders Programme, and Thapelo continued to be the eyes and ears of our journey, documenting our final moments in Cape Town. As COOi Studios checked out of Cape Town International Airport, reflections on a week filled with innovation, connection, and growth echoed within the team. Every member played a crucial role, from Sandile's impactful presentation to Thapelo's visual storytelling, Tshepang's coordination, and Sandiso's guiding presence.

Mining Indaba 2024 was not just a business event for COOi Studios; it was a collective journey of exploration, learning, and building lasting connections within the mining industry. Each team member's contribution added a unique layer to our narrative, making this experience truly unforgettable.

As we bid farewell to the whirlwind week that was Mining Indaba 2024, COOi Studios stands in awe of the incredible individuals who made this journey unforgettable. This is not just our story but a testament to the collective effort of everyone involved, both customer-facing and those working tirelessly behind the scenes.