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Zoono Group has secured a five-year exclusive contract with Mpact Operations to apply its antimicrobial technology to corrugated packaging for fresh produce in South Africa and Namibia, aiming to extend shelf-life and reduce food waste.

Altech Batteries reveals Sodium-Nickel-Chloride (SNC) batteries achieve an exceptionally low failure rate of 0.6-1.5% over 15+ years in harsh South African conditions, significantly outperforming lithium-ion and lead-acid alternatives.

Kinetiko Energy has secured the first tranche of funding from FFS Refiners to accelerate development of a pilot LNG gas plant at Brakfontein, marking a key step in its multi-phase Project Alpha.

Tyro Payments has appointed Nigel Lee as its new CEO, bringing over 25 years of global fintech and payments expertise to lead the company from January 2026. The leadership change signals a strategic push for growth and innovation in Australia’s competitive payments landscape.

Theta Gold Mines has placed a pivotal order for two Titan GDM3065 ball mills, marking a significant step forward in the TGME gold plant construction in South Africa, with commissioning targeted by the end of 2026.

Golden State Mining has appointed Keith Middleton as Managing Director and CEO, bringing over two decades of mining sector expertise and a strategic vision for growth. His leadership comes with a significant share-based incentive, signaling a new chapter for the exploration company.

Terra Metals has confirmed a major new style of mineralisation at its Dante Project, discovering thick titanium–vanadium–copper-cobalt sulfide reefs at the Southwest Prospect. Early drilling assays reveal promising grades and significant cobalt content, hinting at substantial resource expansion potential.

RocketDNA has raised $4 million through a well-supported placement to accelerate production and software development, following significant contract wins with mining giants BHP Mitsubishi Alliance and Gold Fields.

West African Resources Limited reported a robust quarterly cash flow with strong operating inflows and substantial cash reserves, underscoring its solid financial footing amid ongoing exploration investments.

Activeport Group has formed a strategic partnership with Clarity Global to integrate advanced OSS/BSS software into its network orchestration platform, aiming to accelerate automation and revenue growth in the booming $60 billion telecom software sector.

Jade Gas Holdings has appointed industry veteran Chris Newport as Managing Director to spearhead its transition from exploration to production in Mongolia’s coal bed methane sector. Newport’s extensive global experience is expected to accelerate the company’s commercialisation efforts ahead of first gas output.

Chariot Corporation has secured a controlling stake in a major Nigerian lithium portfolio, marking a strategic entry into the Africa-China lithium corridor, supported by a A$1.6 million capital raise and enhanced working capital facility.