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Castile Resources has kicked off pilot plant bench scale testing for its Rover 1 project, integrating a 41% resource upgrade and higher metal prices into its Bankable Feasibility Study. The company also secured $8.4 million in funding and is preparing for exploration drilling amid regional consolidation.

West African Resources (ASX:WAF) closed Q1 2026 with a record A$847 million cash balance, underpinned by robust gold production of 107,728 ounces at an AISC of US$1,921/oz. Meanwhile, Burkina Faso's government formalised a 25% acquisition in the Kiaka project for A$175 million, marking a significant shift in ownership.

Patronus Resources has pledged to back Pan African Resources’ A$311 million acquisition of Emmerson Resources, raising committed shareholder support to about 32%. The backing is conditional on the share exchange ratio, absence of superior proposals, and a positive independent expert opinion.

Emmerson Resources has amended its acquisition scheme deed with Pan African Resources, nominating a Pan African subsidiary as the acquiring party while keeping the share exchange ratio intact.

West African Resources Limited reported first-quarter gold production of 107,728 ounces, maintaining momentum toward its 2026 guidance of 430,000 to 490,000 ounces. Concurrently, the company continues confidential discussions with the Burkina Faso government regarding an increased equity interest in its Kiaka operation.

West African Resources forecasts a record 430,000 to 490,000 ounces of gold production in 2026, driven by full-year output from Kiaka and sustained performance at Sanbrado. The company plans significant drilling and capital investment to extend mine life and enhance growth.

Emmerson Resources has invoiced $10.53 million from its joint venture partner as part of a minimum production payment, coinciding with its pending $311 million acquisition by Pan African Resources.

Triton Minerals advances the sale of a majority stake in its Mozambique graphite assets pending government approval, while assay results from its AuCu Gold-Copper drilling program remain delayed due to lab backlogs.

West African Resources has reported a robust A$567 million net profit after tax for 2025, driven by strong gold production and operational cash flow. The successful ramp-up of the Kiaka gold production centre and sustained output from Sanbrado underpin the company’s positive outlook for 2026.

Pan African Resources has agreed to acquire Emmerson Resources via a scheme of arrangement valued at approximately A$311 million, offering Emmerson shareholders a 36.4% premium. The deal aligns interests in the Tennant Creek Joint Venture and provides exposure to a larger gold producer.

West African Resources confirms ongoing talks with Burkina Faso’s government over a proposed 25% equity increase in Kiaka SA, while maintaining steady operations at its key sites.

West African Resources has reported significant diamond drilling results extending high-grade gold mineralisation well below its current resource at Sanbrado, Burkina Faso, setting the stage for a major resource update in Q2 2026.