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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.

BDO South Africa has completed its review of Renergen Limited’s interim financial statements, confirming compliance but highlighting significant uncertainties over the company’s future viability.

Bastion Minerals advances its ICE Copper-Gold Project with a new geochemical exploration program and strategic board appointments, while preparing for a November capital raise to fund ongoing activities.

Kinetiko Energy has reported record gas flow rates from its Brakfontein test wells, renewed critical exploration rights, and signed a joint venture to develop a pilot LNG plant, marking a significant step towards commercial gas production in South Africa.

Australian Oil Company Limited reports stronger gas production in California’s Sacramento Basin and an $800,000 capital raise to advance new ventures and operational upgrades.

Tombador Iron Limited is set to transform into Atomic Eagle Limited through its acquisition of GoviEx Uranium Inc, creating a new ASX-listed uranium explorer focused on Africa’s Muntanga Project. A capital raise of up to A$10 million will underpin this strategic pivot.

Botala Energy has made significant strides in developing its Serowe coal bed methane project in Botswana, securing a $1.5 million placement and government interest to address Southern Africa’s looming gas shortage.

Janus Electric reported a modest revenue increase in Q1 FY26 despite supply chain setbacks and remains suspended from ASX pending audit completion. A $5 million strategic investment from EVUNI Pte Ltd promises to accelerate growth, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.

Theta Gold Mines has commenced bulk earthworks at its flagship TGME gold project in South Africa and secured nearly US$40 million in combined equity and debt funding, marking a pivotal step toward production.

Vanadium Resources Limited is advancing its Steelpoortdrift project with fresh leadership, a successful equity raise, and a strategic pivot towards higher-margin concentrate production alongside direct shipping ore.

Blaze Minerals has mobilised drilling at its promising Loulombo Project in the Republic of the Congo, following exceptional base and critical metals sampling. Meanwhile, its Ugandan Ntungamo Project confirms new critical mineral discoveries, underpinning a recent $2.4 million capital raise.