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Allan Reid appeared on CNBC's Power Lunch

Director Allan Reid appeared on CNBC's Power Lunch and discussed how the Mining Charter III has impacted mining deals in South Africa.

6 Feb 2018 Video

Allan Reid, sector head of Mining & Minerals and Director in the Corporate & Commercial practice, appeared on CNBC's Power Lunch and discussed how the Mining Charter III has impacted mining deals in South Africa.

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