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Kinetiko Energy has approved a Field Development Plan marking its shift from exploration to production at the Brakfontein gas project in South Africa, aiming to fast-track gas output and secure strategic funding.

West Wits Mining has locked in a R875 million (~USD 53 million) senior loan facility, receiving an initial R339 million drawdown that fully funds its Qala Shallows project through to steady-state gold production of 70,000 ounces per annum.

Alcoa Corporation is set to acquire South32’s bauxite, alumina, and aluminum assets for $4.1 billion upfront plus up to $750 million contingent, boosting its global scale and supply chain resilience.

Theta Gold Mines has secured US$18.6 million via placement and options exercise, completing equity funding for its US$90 million bond and advancing the TGME Gold Mine towards first production in early 2027.

Orion Minerals has confirmed the down-dip continuity of a high-grade copper zone at its Flat Mine East prospect with a new drill intercept of 3.96m at 4.64% Cu, including 0.95m at 14.19% Cu, extending the deposit beyond previous drilling.

West Wits Mining has fully repaid its USD 12.5 million Nebari loan facility, unlocking the path to financial close and imminent drawdown of a ZAR 875 million (~USD 53 million) senior loan. This milestone underpins the Qala Shallows Project’s ramp-up to steady-state gold production.

AFT Pharmaceuticals surged 22% to NZ$254.7 million revenue in FY26, surpassing profit guidance and securing FDA approval to advance a pivotal injectable iron Phase III trial targeting a $7.4 billion market. The company is poised for further global expansion and product launches in FY27.

AFT Pharmaceuticals delivered a 22% revenue jump in FY26 to NZD 254.7 million, surpassing profit guidance and expanding its footprint to 87 countries. The company is advancing multiple R&D projects, including a pivotal Phase III injectable iron trial, while targeting over NZD 300 million in revenue for FY27.

Pan African Resources PLC has delivered a 5.6% increase in gold production to 196,527 ounces for FY25, alongside a 60.5% jump in adjusted EBITDA to US$226.6 million. The group’s strategic acquisition of Tennant Mines in Australia and the early commissioning of the Mogale Tailings Retreatment operation mark significant milestones in its growth trajectory, underpinned by a robust sustainability and governance framework.

West Wits Mining has locked in a comprehensive ZAR 1.115 billion project finance package with Absa Bank and Nedbank CIB, clearing a critical hurdle toward steady-state gold production at Qala Shallows by late 2028.

Theta Gold Mines has issued US$90 million in senior secured bonds, securing crucial funding held in escrow to progress its TGME Gold Project in South Africa, aiming for first gold production in early 2027.

MRG Metals has lodged a key Mining Right Conversion Application in South Africa for its Garies Rare Earth Project, setting the stage for scalable mining development supported by strong metallurgical results and a modular processing approach.