"We're proud that, in our hands, Mponeng will reach its true potential and deliver a significant positive social impact. This embodies how Harmony creates long-term value for its shareholders and stakeholders," added Steenkamp. Harmony, which now has a copper footprint and uranium and silver by-products, has built a foundation that will facilitate an ongoing upward trajectory. While strong commodity prices have provided Harmony with good tailwinds, improved safety, good mining discipline and operational flexibility with a stable and predictable cost structure, remain fundamental to creating the long-term value expected by its stakeholders. The company is intent on continuing to use its skills and strong orebody understanding to extract further value. In the six months to December 31, record operating free cash flow rose 265% to R7 112-million driven by operational prowess and 11% higher underground recovered grades to 6.29 g/t from 5.68 g/t.