Latest Exploration And Evaluation News

Toro Energy shareholders are set to gain exposure to a diversified uranium portfolio through IsoEnergy’s acquisition offer at a near 80% premium, while Toro advances its Wiluna Uranium Project amid strong market tailwinds.

Botala Energy is progressing its Serowe Coal Bed Methane project in Botswana, backed by a significant investment from the Mineral Development Company of Botswana and aiming for first gas production in 2026 to help address Southern Africa’s looming gas shortage.

Coppermoly Limited has progressed its acquisition of the Wyenamdoo tungsten project in Western Australia while Queensland fieldwork was stalled by wet weather. The company plans significant drilling targeting critical minerals as tungsten prices surge.

Desert Metals Limited has reported compelling high-grade gold results at its King Kong prospect and secured $1.25 million in funding to accelerate exploration in Côte d’Ivoire. The company is gearing up for expanded drilling and sampling programs in 2026.

Freehill Mining Ltd reported a challenging quarter with cash outflows and operational setbacks but is planning a fundraising to support production ramp-up and a new copper project.

Somerset Minerals has secured $3.7 million to accelerate exploration at its Coppermine Project in Nunavut, revealing promising high-grade copper mineralisation over a 7 km fault zone at Jura North. Extensive regional surveys aim to uncover further discoveries across its vast landholding.

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.

Golden Cross Resources reported a quiet December quarter with ongoing preparatory work at its flagship Copper Hill copper-gold project, while its ASX securities remain suspended pending operational compliance.

North Stawell Minerals Ltd reported a solid cash position of AUD 1.6 million at the end of December 2025, supporting just over two quarters of funding as it advances its exploration program. The company plans additional capital raises to sustain operations through 2026.

Kalamazoo Resources reported a $340,000 cash outflow for the December quarter, with cash reserves dwindling to $284,000. The company has since raised $8 million through a January placement and is pursuing further funds via a share purchase plan.

Tusker Minerals reported a solid financing inflow of A$4.455 million in the December quarter, offsetting significant cash outflows from exploration and setup costs, leaving the company with A$2.2 million in cash and nearly two quarters of funding runway.

PolarX Limited reported steady progress in its Nevada and Alaska exploration projects during the December 2025 quarter, with key drilling programs completed and a significant joint venture funding milestone achieved with Northern Star Resources.