The subpoena has been issued against the Mr David Msiza, the Chief Inspector of Mines in terms of section 15 of the South African Human Rights Commission Act 40 of 2013, following the Department’s ongoing failure to cooperate with an investigation into alleged human rights violations linked to mining activities in Mooinooi.

The investigation concerns community complaint relating to structural damage to homes caused by mining operations, air pollution, and associated health impacts, as well as broader social and environmental harms linked to mining in the area.

Despite repeated correspondence, the Department has not provided the information required to conclude the Commission’s investigation. The subpoena compels the Chief Inspector of Mines to appear before the Commission and respond to questions concerning the Department’s regulatory responsibilities, its oversight of mining operations, and its obligations to protect communities’ constitutional rights.

The details of the Subpoena Hearing are as follows:

• Date: Thursday, 21 August 2025
• Time: 9h00 am
• Place: 25 Heystek Street, Rustenburg

The subpoena hearing will be open to the media. Members of the public who want to attend must RSVP by contacting Emmanuel Nkonde at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The hearing will also be live-streamed on the Commission’s YouTube channel @https://www.youtube.com/@SAHRC1, and proceedings will be shared on all SAHRC platforms.

For further information or inquiries, please contact Shirley Mlombo at 083 575 1893 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..