Latest African Mining Sector News

West Wits Mining has poured its first gold from the Qala Shallows project in South Africa, marking a pivotal shift from development to production. This milestone positions the company as the newest gold producer in the historic Witwatersrand Basin.

Resolute Mining has outlined its 2026 production guidance targeting up to 275,000 ounces of gold and revealed ambitious plans to more than double output by 2028 through key African project expansions.

Prospect Resources has raised A$45 million through a strategic equity placement to accelerate drilling and studies at its Mumbezhi Copper Project in Zambia, aiming to expand its mineral resources and advance project development.

First Lithium Limited is progressing towards critical milestones with pending license renewals in Mali expected soon and a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate on the horizon, supported by recent funding injections.

Theta Gold Mines has reported significant progress in constructing its TGME Gold Project in South Africa, securing A$60.7 million in funding and maintaining a clear path to first gold production by late 2026.

Marvel Gold Limited has initiated a comprehensive drone-borne magnetic survey over its Hanang Gold Project in Tanzania and entered a binding agreement to divest its Yanfolila Gold Project in Mali, signalling a strategic shift in its asset portfolio.

Atomic Eagle Limited has reported significant shallow uranium mineralisation from its maiden drilling at Muntanga East in Zambia, with a maiden resource estimate expected later this quarter. The results highlight potential for low-strip open-pit mining and support the company’s broader growth ambitions.

Wia Gold has appointed mining veteran Henk Diederichs as Managing Director and CEO, signaling a strategic shift as the Kokoseb Gold Project in Namibia moves toward a Definitive Feasibility Study.

OM Holdings has secured key regulatory and shareholder approvals for the sale of its 26% interest in Ntsimbintle Mining, moving the $101 million transaction closer to completion early next year.

Genmin Limited’s non-executive directors have increased their loan funding by A$0.4 million and taken over a A$3 million loan from its largest shareholder, providing immediate working capital for the Baniaka iron ore project in Gabon.

DeSoto Resources has reported compelling high-grade gold intercepts in Guinea’s Siguiri Basin alongside a $14 million capital raise and a strategic joint venture to accelerate exploration.

Equatorial Resources reports a postponed arbitration hearing over Congo iron ore disputes and seeks clarity on Guinea permit cancellations, while maintaining a solid cash reserve.