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Burgundy Diamond Mines has been approved as eligible for up to CAD 150 million in emergency funding to sustain operations at its Ekati mine amid a sharp downturn in diamond prices caused by US tariffs. Trading in its securities remains suspended pending funding confirmation.

West Wits Mining has locked in a USD 12.5 million tranche of a USD 35 million loan facility from Nebari to accelerate development of its Qala Shallows Gold Project, aiming for first gold production in early 2026.

Lefroy Exploration Limited reports outstanding high-grade gold assays from its Lucky Strike drilling program, bolstering plans for an expanded Stage 2 pit and advancing production timelines in the Kalgoorlie district.

Altamin Limited has announced a $6.46 million capital raising via a pro rata entitlement offer to fund development of its lithium-potash Lazio Project and zinc-lead Gorno Project in Italy. The majority shareholder Victor Smorgon Group has committed strongly, underpinning the raise.

Lunnon Metals has formalized an Ore Purchase Agreement with Gold Fields subsidiary St Ives Gold Mining, setting the stage for development of the high-grade Lady Herial gold deposit. The agreement outlines a 70, 30 free cash flow split and awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Orion Minerals has taken a major step toward production by signing a non-binding term sheet with Glencore for up to US$250 million in financing and offtake agreements for its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine.

Highfield Resources clarifies its financial position amid funding uncertainties, confirming ongoing talks with major investors and a standstill on matured convertible notes. The company maintains its commitment to the Muga Potash Project despite setbacks.

Tesoro Gold’s updated Scoping Study for the El Zorro Gold Project in Chile highlights a technically straightforward open pit operation with strong economics, projecting 1.26 million ounces of gold production over 13.5 years.

Highfield Resources has fully terminated its senior secured project finance facility, exiting its last lenders to focus on cash preservation and alternative funding for its Muga Potash Project in Spain.

AuKing Mining has locked in a A$5 million credit facility with RiverFort Global Capital to fast-track exploration and development at its Cloncurry Gold Project, setting the stage for near-term gold production in Queensland.

Aguia Resources has landed a $1 million institutional investment from Precious Metals Capital Group to accelerate development of its Santa Barbara Gold Project, with potential for an additional $2 million funding tranche.

West Wits Mining has secured a $12.5 million USD loan facility from Nebari to fast-track development of its Qala Shallows Gold Project in South Africa, aiming for first gold production in early 2026.