Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited regrets to report that one of its employees tragically lost their life following a winch-related incident. The incident occurred at its Kusasalethu mine, near Carletonville, in the Gauteng province. Mining activities in the whole operation were stopped until the areas were declared safe. The affected area has remained closed pending an in-loco inspection into the cause of the incident. The relevant authorities have been informed and the family of the deceased colleague will receive the necessary support and counselling.