Regulatory excellence.

Sustainable Impact.

Specialist regulatory, environmental and ESG advisory solutions that transform compliance into a strategic enabler of long-term value.

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Environmental rehabilitation project
Who we are

Integrated Expertise.
Measurable Impact.

Founded in 2015 and operational in South Africa since 2019, Unako Consulting is a specialist regulatory and compliance advisory firm delivering integrated mining, environmental and ESG solutions aligned with global best practice and local legislative frameworks.

Our multidisciplinary team includes former regulators and professionals registered with recognised bodies such as EAPASA and SACNASP, providing end-to-end support across the regulatory lifecycle.

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Our services

Comprehensive Solutions. Strategic Value.

Mineral Rights & Licensing

  • Prospecting Rights
  • Mining Rights
  • Mining Permits
  • Renewals & Amendments

Environmental Authorisations

  • EIA & BAR
  • Scoping & EIAs
  • Environmental Audits
  • Management Plans

ESG & Sustainability

  • ESG Strategy
  • Impact Assessments
  • Reporting & Disclosure
  • Governance Advisory

Social & Labour Plans

  • SLPs & Implementation
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Social Impact Assessments
  • Community Liaison

Water & Waste Licensing

  • Water Use Licences
  • IWMWL Licence
  • Waste Management
  • Air Emissions Licences

Specialist Studies

  • Heritage Studies
  • Biodiversity Studies
  • Hydrology Studies
  • Risk Assessments
Why partner with us

Driving Success Through Regulatory Excellence

Efficient Regulatory Navigation

Simplifying complex regulatory and compliance requirements through deep sector expertise.

Contextual Regulatory Support

Practical, project-specific support tailored to each operation and development stage.

Compliance Risk Management

Proactive management of costly setbacks, penalties and operational disruption.

ESG & Investor Credibility

Strengthening transparency, reporting integrity and access to ESG-aligned funding.

Social Licence to Operate

Structured stakeholder engagement that safeguards long-term operational continuity.

Our project experience

Proven Track Record. Diverse Expertise.

Mining Rights Applications

Mining Rights Applications

Mine Plant Refurbishments

Mine Plant Refurbishments

Road Construction

Road Construction

Petroleum Licensing

Petroleum Licensing

Zipline Construction

Zipline Construction

Transfer of Mining Rights

Transfer of Mining Rights

18+ Years of Excellence
100+ Regulatory Projects
Multiple Industries Served
End-to-End Regulatory Support
Sustainable environmental rehabilitation

Ready to Move Your Project Forward?

Partner with a team that combines regulatory precision, technical excellence and sustainability leadership to deliver lasting value.

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Best of Ballito
Proud Recognition

Unako Consulting is proud to be recognised by Best of Ballito.

We are honoured to receive this local recognition and grateful for the trust and support of our clients, partners and community.

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Sasol
Iaia
Corobrik
Sungusungu
Npc
Mzimbani
Gibb
Aa Boerdery
Umzimkhulu
Protea
Ncca
Aquarella
Ahk
Eapasa
Sacnasp
Hms Bergbau
Idwala
Sasol
Iaia
Corobrik
Sungusungu
Npc
Mzimbani
Gibb
Aa Boerdery
Umzimkhulu
Protea
Ncca
Aquarella
Ahk
Eapasa
Sacnasp
Hms Bergbau