On Page 66 of the Integrated report (2016), the report states that - In pursuit of developing a local supplier base, a supplier forum has been established at Zondereinde, with mining companies and municipal officials represented on the steering committee. Ongoing engagements are held with

local community structures and with municipal council

representatives during which specific issues relating to sustainable small business development and establishment of local economies are considered"

Although the above does not explicitly mention pricing, it indicates the company's commitment to fair trade with its suppliers monitored on an ongoing basis.