Latest Malawi Mining News

Fortuna Metals has outlined a substantial exploration target of 180-240 million tonnes at 0.86-1.0% rutile grade at its Mkanda project in Malawi, advancing drilling and metallurgical testing to position itself in a tightening global titanium feedstock market.

Sovereign Metals confirms its Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project remains unaffected by Malawi’s new raw mineral export ban, thanks to its in-country processing plans.

Iluka Resources has secured a long-term supply of rare earth concentrate from Lindian Resources’ Kangankunde mine, underpinning its Eneabba refinery’s capacity and advancing Australia’s rare earth ambitions.

Chilwa Minerals has received final assay results from 107 sonic drillholes at its Mposa Deposit, revealing significant heavy mineral grades that underpin an updated resource estimate. Drilling has now commenced at the Northern Shore Halalla deposit as the company advances its mining licence and development plans.

Lotus Resources has fast-tracked the restart of its Kayelekera uranium project in Malawi, targeting production by Q3 2025, backed by a $132 million capital raise. Meanwhile, its Letlhakane project in Botswana reports a 65% increase in measured and indicated uranium resources.