Across South Africa’s mining sector, women continue to take on increasingly technical, demanding, and leadership-driven roles. As this workforce grows, so does the responsibility of the industry to ensure that women are protected, supported, and equipped with PPE that truly meets their needs. At Pienaar Brothers, we remain deeply committed to advancing this progress by championing proper protection, correct sizing, and the ongoing upliftment of women working in mining environments.
This commitment was recently demonstrated through our participation in two significant Women in Mining events: the Women in Mining 2025 Western Cape Region gathering and the NCMMA Annual SHE Day – Women in Mining PPE Exhibition and Showcase. Both platforms provided meaningful engagement, valuable insights, and a powerful reminder of the essential role that well-designed female-specific PPE plays in creating safer, more inclusive mining environments.
Women in Mining 2025 – Western Cape Region
This event brought together women from across the local mining industry to share best practices, celebrate achievements, and reaffirm the importance of an environment where women thrive rather than merely survive. Pienaar Brothers exhibited alongside leading brands including SiSi Safety Wear, Uvex, Profit, Endurance Workwear, and Rebel Safety Gear, showcasing a full range of women-specific PPE. Our team engaged with attendees on correct sizing, the importance of compliance with South African safety standards, and the latest innovations in protective equipment.
NCMMA Annual SHE Day – WIM PPE Exhibition & Showcase
In the Northern Cape, Pienaar Brothers participated in a unique and interactive showcase involving real female mining employees modelling industry-specific PPE on a runway. With support from SiSi Safety Wear, USP, Titan Workwear, Endurance Workwear, and Rebel Safety Gear, we demonstrated how women should be correctly equipped for the hazards associated with their job roles. Our Northern Cape Branch Manager, Kobus van Deventer, participated as one of the judges, reinforcing our commitment to both safety excellence and meaningful industry engagement.
Key Insights from Both Events
Across both engagements, several consistent themes emerged:
• Fit-for-purpose PPE significantly improves comfort, confidence, and performance for women.
• There is strong and growing demand for female-specific sizing across all PPE categories.
• Correct PPE selection and adherence to South African safety standards remain essential to safety and productivity.
• Empowering women with better access to properly fitted PPE contributes to safer, more equitable workplaces.
• Industry collaboration and open dialogue continue to drive progress in supporting women in mining.
Our Ongoing Commitment
These events reaffirm the importance of championing women’s safety in mining. As the industry evolves, so must the PPE available to the women who keep it moving. Pienaar Brothers remains committed to supplying high-performance, correctly sized, standard-compliant PPE that supports women’s safety, confidence, and growth within the mining sector.
Through collaboration with leading brands, ongoing education, and an active role in industry initiatives, we will continue to promote an environment where women in mining are empowered, protected, and equipped to excel.