Latest Gold Exploration And Development News

Horizon Gold appoints mining veteran Scott Williamson as CEO and Managing Director, signaling a strategic leadership shift to accelerate development of its Gum Creek Gold Project.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Forrestania Resources has formalised its acquisition of the Lake Johnston Project from Poseidon Nickel, marking a pivotal move towards near-term gold production with key infrastructure and contractor engagements.

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.

Robex Resources has issued an addendum to its shareholder circular detailing amendments to its acquisition agreement with Predictive Discovery, postponing the crucial vote to December 30 to allow more time for shareholder engagement.

Rox Resources has ramped up operations at its Youanmi Gold Project, transitioning to 24-hour mining and completing key infrastructure ahead of production. The company is advancing permitting and financing milestones to maintain its development momentum.

Ardiden Ltd has completed its merger with Lac Gold, combining two premier Canadian gold projects and raising $10 million to fund upcoming drilling programs. The merger creates a stronger, cash-rich entity poised for growth in Quebec and Ontario.