Barker’s Coalfields Map of South Africa originates from a study of the coal industry for US clients in the mid-1980s. Originally put together by manual cartographic methods the first edition was published in 1986.  The map has gone from strength to strength with the fifth edition (published in 1995) being the first to be entirely compiled and produced by computer aided techniques and software.  The map is now in its 16th edition published in 2023.

The map has become a standard reference for the industry and is recognised locally and internationally as a comprehensive insight into the South African coal industry.  Throughout the editions one can see the interesting changes to the coal industry that have happened over the years.

The importance of the map has been recognized in education, both at school and university level.  It is a reference for industry and investors as well as for general public interest.

The map, showing the coalfields and distribution of Karoo rocks in Southern Africa as well as the distribution of active coal mines, provides information about the type of coal produced, mining methods and markets supplied by some 90 collieries in South Africa.

The compilation of the map from data supplied by the coal industry was achieved through AutoCAD and AutoCAD MAP. This technology provided Banzi with the powerful GIS capability necessary to achieve this task.

Books on the Wall Publishing cc is proud to announce the release of the 16th Edition (2023)

Barker’s Coalfields Map of South Africa originates from a study of the coal industry in the early-1980s originally for the international market. Compiled by manual cartographic methods the first edition was published in 1986. The map has gone from strength to strength with the fifth edition (published in 1995) being the first to be entirely compiled and produced by computer aided techniques and software. The map is now in its 16th edition (2023).

This new edition which has taken a year of research, highlights some important developments

Banzi has recently published the 5th edition of the Platinum Map of Southern Africa (2018), with several impressions made for an expanding subscriber list the map is the most complex edition to date.  The first edition, published in 2002, was born out of the 2000 boom in platinum exploration and expansion as an increased interest in charting South Africa’s platinum resources was sparked.  The map contains a wealth of information including the location and boundaries of the various mines and projects, the reserves and resources of the operations as well as a percentage breakdown of PGEs in the mines and projects.

All in all it contains essential information about the platinum industry and is a highly recommended resource not only for the industry itself but for teaching institutions, libraries, technical colleges and businesses, (in fact, part of the success of the maps lies in their relevance to a diversity of people).  The map is made possible through the support of its subscribers, who are usually the main producers, suppliers and consumers in the industry, and Banzi has always worked closely with the support of the major platinum producers as well as international merchant banker JP Morgan South Africa – all of whom have pledged their support in the publishing of this map.

The Platinum Map of Southern Africa is available in print format and in digital*.

Please see the order form for price information.

* In digital format the map is broken down into sections of ‘Northern Sector’, ‘Eastern Sector’, ‘Western Sector’ and ‘Zimbabwe’ for email purposes.

Banzi published 5th edition of the Platinum Map of Southern Africa (2018). The first edition, published in 2002, was born out of the 2000 boom in platinum exploration and expansion as an increased interest in charting South Africa’s platinum resources was sparked. The map contains a wealth of information including the location and boundaries of the various mines and projects, the reserves and resources of the operations as well as a percentage breakdown of PGEs in the mines and projects. This edition is by far the most comprehensive to date. Even in these tough times it remains a basic reference for the industry and a contribution to corporate information and to support staff awareness of the industry. It also make a great marketing tool.

All in all it contains essential information about the platinum industry and is a highly recommended resource not only for the industry itself but for teaching institutions, libraries, technical colleges and businesses, (in fact, part of the success of the maps lies in their relevance to a diversity of people).  The map is made possible through the support of its subscribers, who are usually the main producers, suppliers and consumers in the industry, and Banzi has always worked closely with the support of the major platinum producers as well as international merchant banker JP Morgan South Africa – all of whom have pledged their support in the publishing of this map.

The Platinum Map of Southern Africa is available in print format and in digital form as cameo details in the form of JPG’s and Tiff’s.*

Unique, branded corporate impressions of the map are available on request. These maps provide a great advertising opportunity for a subscribing company. Orders for 50 or more copies are accepted subject to agreement.

The Gold Map of South Africa was published in 2003.  It is a comprehensive illustration of the industry with information on mine boundaries as well as reserves and resources, mining methods, production statistics and plant types.  It combines information on the state of the industry as well as providing very useful historical information on this important industry to the economy of South Africa.

The Gold Map of South Africa is available in print format and digital format *.

Please see the order form for pricing information.

* In digital format the map is broken down into sections for email purposes.

The Gold Map of South Africa was published in 2003.  It is a comprehensive illustration of the industry with information on mine boundaries as well as reserves and resources, mining methods, production statistics and plant types.  It combines information on the state of the industry as well as providing very useful historical information on this important industry to the economy of South Africa.

The Gold Map of South Africa is available in print format and digital form as cameo details in the form of JPG’s and Tiff’s.*

Please see the order form for pricing information. Please contact for further information.

Unique, branded corporate impressions of the map are available on request. These maps provide a great advertising opportunity for a subscribing company. Orders for 50 or more copies are accepted subject to agreement.