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Galileo Mining has reported encouraging drill assay results from its Norseman project, revealing consistent palladium-platinum-copper-nickel sulphide zones at the Mission Sill prospect and completing deep diamond drilling beneath the Callisto deposit.

West Wits Mining has poured its first gold from the Qala Shallows project in South Africa, marking a pivotal shift from development to production. This milestone positions the company as the newest gold producer in the historic Witwatersrand Basin.

Orion Minerals has completed the final payment to secure full control of the Okiep Copper Project in South Africa, marking a key milestone in its growth strategy. Exploration efforts are underway to meet upcoming expenditure commitments.

MRG Metals confirms robust rare earth oxide mineralisation at its Garies project in South Africa, hitting a peak 4.49% TREO over 6.6 metres. This breakthrough drilling result underscores the project's potential as a critical supplier of magnet rare earths vital for clean energy technologies.

Terra Metals’ latest drilling results at the Dante Project confirm one of Australia’s largest titanium-vanadium-copper-platinum group metal systems, showcasing thick, continuous mineralisation and promising metallurgical potential.

Great Southern Mining has commenced co-funded diamond drilling at two promising Western Australian targets, aiming to unlock platinum group elements and high-grade gold mineralisation.

Theta Gold Mines has entered Phase 2 of construction at its TGME Gold Project, signing major contracts for structural, mechanical, platework, and piping works. The modular construction approach aims to cut costs and speed up delivery, targeting over 100,000 ounces of gold production annually.

MRG Metals has confirmed significant rare earth and critical mineral concentrations in shallow alluvial deposits at its Adriano Project in Mozambique, highlighting promising district-scale potential and a low-cost development pathway.

Minbos Resources has locked in a US$16 million debt facility from South Africa’s IDC to fund the next phase of its Cabinda Phosphate Fertilizer Plant construction, marking a key milestone for the project’s development.

TerraCom Limited reported a significant half-year loss amid falling coal prices and production challenges, completing a $56 million capital raise to strengthen its financial position.

Jupiter Mines Limited reported a 15.7% rise in profit after tax for HY2026, driven by its stake in the Tshipi manganese mine and a key joint venture deal with Exxaro Resources. The company navigates production challenges and market shifts while preparing for a dividend decision.

Galileo Mining has initiated diamond core drilling beneath its 17.5Mt Callisto PGE-nickel-copper resource in Western Australia, aiming to uncover deeper mineralisation and enhance metallurgical understanding.