Taona Magudu

Taona Magudu is a seasoned professional in the mining and metallurgy industry, currently serving as Senior Manager Process Plant at AngloGold Ashanti since October 2025. Previously, Taona held various roles at Barrick Gold Corporation from April 2010 to September 2025, including Process Manager and Technical Plant Superintendent, where responsibilities encompassed developing OPEX and CAPEX budgets, production planning, performance improvement, and liaising with multiple departments. Prior experience includes working as a Metallurgist at Zimbabwe Platinum Mines, where focus was on concentrator plant operations and process optimization, and a trainee position at Wankie Colliery. Taona holds an MBA from the University of Birmingham and multiple qualifications in business management and chemical engineering.