Latest Gold Exploration And Development News

Beacon Minerals has finalised the sale of its six Timor Leste concessions to Tivan Ltd, securing cash and equity to bolster its Australian gold operations and growth plans.

Skylark Minerals has sharpened its focus on gold exploration in Côte d’Ivoire, unveiling a robust 2026 drilling program at its flagship Zaranou Project. The company aims to expand its mineral resource and accelerate development in a Tier One West African jurisdiction.

Ariana Resources has extinguished its outstanding US$782,575 loan with RiverFort by issuing over 40 million shares, leaving the company debt-free and well-capitalised with A$11 million in cash.

Nex Metals Explorations has agreed to sell its 20% interest in the Arika Joint Venture for $2.5 million cash plus shares in Arika Resources, refocusing on its Kookynie Tailings Project and new opportunities in Egypt’s Eastern Desert.

Apollo Minerals has raised $6.5 million through a share placement to advance its Couflens High Grade Tungsten Gold Project in southern France, backed strongly by existing investors and company directors.

Manhattan Gold Corporation reports promising assay results from its Hook Lake Gold Project in Nunavut, Canada, confirming high-grade gold and polymetallic mineralisation across multiple prospects. The company plans to commence maiden drilling in April 2026 following a delayed aeromagnetic survey.

Avenira Limited has made significant strides in developing its Wonarah Phosphate Project, bolstered by strategic operational appointments and advancing infrastructure plans. Meanwhile, exploration at the Jundee South Gold Project is set to commence in 2026 amid ongoing regulatory challenges.

Santa Fe Minerals is set to finalise its acquisition of gold projects in Cote d’Ivoire, pending the completion of a capital raising expected this week. This move marks a significant step in the company’s expansion strategy in West Africa.

High-Tech Metals is targeting a Wagtail-scale gold discovery at the untested Bullock prospect while fast-tracking financial studies to bring Wagtail and Damsel deposits closer to production.

Rox Resources has completed a $200 million capital raise, including a $134 million second tranche placement, to fund development of its Youanmi Gold Project in Western Australia.

Forrestania Resources has declared its takeover offer for Kula Gold unconditional after securing over 76% ownership, extending the offer deadline to January 22, 2026. The move sets the stage for a reconstituted board and accelerated gold production ambitions.

Alicanto Minerals has acquired the Mt Henry Gold Project in Western Australia, boasting nearly 900,000 ounces of shallow, high-grade gold resources. The company is set to initiate a substantial $28 million equity raise to fund an extensive 50,000-metre drilling campaign aimed at rapidly expanding the resource base.