JOHANNESBURG, Dec. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - Atlatsa Resources Corporation ("Atlatsa" or the "Company") (TSX: ATL; JSE: ATL) deeply regrets to report the death of Mr Elias Paapa Magabe at Bokoni Platinum Mine Proprietary Limited ("Bokoni Mine"). Mr Magabe, employed as a machine operator at the Brakfontein shaft, collapsed while on duty. Bokoni Mine management and the Department of Mineral Resources are investigating the incident. Whilst the investigation is ongoing, the operations remain unaffected.

Atlatsa remains committed to the principle of zero harm at all its operations.

The Atlatsa board of directors, management and Mr Magabe's colleagues extend their condolences to his family and friends.

SOURCE Atlatsa Resources Corporation