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Great article on the Simandou project in the Financial Times. It really captures the sense of progress that all of us working on the project here in Guinea are feeling day to day. As Simandou draws nearer to operations, we are living out our commitment to realizing this project safely, quickly, and with the interest of Guineans at its heart. Already, we are making a positive impact through the creation of new jobs, investment in local businesses, and the transfer of knowledge and skills to Guinean workers. This landmark project ushers in a ‘new era’ of mining, as the article states. Of particular interest is the discussion of Simandou’s role in the global energy transition. With its high-grade iron ore resource, Simandou represents a major opportunity to reduce the carbon associated with steel production, making possible our low-carbon future. It really is a privilege to work on such a significant project - thanks to @FinancialTimes for the write-up!  https://lnkd.in/eix5A-uZ #SimandouProject #Guinea #RioTinto #MySimandouStory #LocalContent #Simfer

We're pleased to report results from the maiden grade control drilling program at our Kiaka Gold Project in Burkina Faso. Our Executive Chairman Richard Hyde said: “Maiden RC grade control drilling at Kiaka has returned thick zones of near-surface gold mineralisation including 30m at 4.1g/t gold and 29m at 2.6g/t gold. Results confirm WAF’s geological model with gold mineralisation 130m to 185m wide near surface. “Drilling results also support the low strip ratio of 0.8 to 1 (waste to ore) of the Kiaka Main - Stage 1 open-pit and significantly de-risks the early production plan with owner-mining on-track to commence in Q1 2025. “Supply and logistics of the owner-mining fleet is progressing to plan, with some equipment ready to ship and first arrivals expected on site late 2024. Kiaka construction is also progressing on time and on budget, with first gold production expected in Q3 2025. “WAF is on track to produce 4 million ounces over the next decade, with annual production set to peak in 2029 at 473,000 ounces of gold. Our unhedged resources now stand at 12.8 million ounces and Ore Reserves at 6.1Moz of gold.” Read more: https://loom.ly/eAd4H1A

Kodal Minerals plc (AIM:KOD) told investors that the construction of the Phase 1 Dense Media Separation (DMS) processing plant and crushing circuit at the Bougouni lithium project is progressing on schedule. The project, located in Southern Mali, is fully-funded following the completion of the US$117.5 million Hainan transaction (announced in November), and, it is on track for first production in the fourth quarter of 2024. Phase 1 of the project is expected to see around 125,000 tonnes of production per year, with this initial part of the project expected to have a capital cost of around $65 million. Construction update It is anticipated that the shipping of equipment to West Africa from China will occur on or around 5 June. Structural steelwork fabrication is also advancing on site, with the initial shipping of structures to the project site anticipated on a similar date. It comes after a consortium of mining... More at #Proactive #ProactiveInvestors http://ow.ly/SXi9105u76n

Read more about the commencement of drilling to define and extend copper mineralisation at our Mumbezhi Project in Zambia in the below Stockhead article ➡️ #ProspectResources #PSC #Mumbezhi #Zambia #Copper

The Reko Diq mining project in Pakistan faces intricate logistical challenges, casting doubts on its promised economic benefits. The Reko Diq Mining Company (RDMC) has been hesitant to use Gwadar Port for shipping ores, adding complexity to the transportation plans. Despite legal hurdles being cleared and a $7 billion projected capex cost, concerns arise over the feasibility of transportation methods chosen for this ambitious endeavor. RDMC's reluctance to utilize Gwadar Port, coupled with road and railway complexities, prompts scrutiny. The logistical intricacies involve a proposed railway line, substantial investment in rolling stock, and operational hurdles on existing railway lines. The debate over using Port Qasim or Gwadar Port further intensifies, considering potential high operating costs. Water and electricity supply issues persist, with a need for sustainable solutions. The Reko Diq project's success hinges on navigating these challenges transparently and efficiently, determining its transformative impact on Pakistan's economic landscape. Ongoing discussions and upcoming feasibility assessments by the Railway and Power divisions will shape the project's narrative and contribution to the country's development. #pakistan #pakistaneconomy #pakistannews #pakistanjobs #islamabad #lahore #karachi #oilandgasindustry #oilandgasservices #oilandgasexploration

This may fast-track the project. Is IRC stamp duty applicable in such transaction? If affirmative, will it be calculated against the overall expenses (sunken costs) and estimated value of the project or value of the transaction? Last week, Musje Werro was appointed as Non-Executive Director to the Company Board. Mining Lease for 20 years was granted in December 2021 to Mayur Iron PNG Ltd; this is to permit full-scale production of a multi-product operation, which will produce 0.5 million tonnes of magnetite per annum, 1.0 million tonnes of high-grade construction sand and up to 10,000 tonnes of zircon concentrates per annum (PNG Buiness News,14/12/2021). Involvement of Kumul Minerals Holdings Limited in such strategic projects where critical minerals will be processed and recovered is important. #Mayur #Orokolo_Bay #Gulf_Province #Black_Sands #Magnetite #Construction_Sand #Zircon

#Nigeria #oilproduction Nigeria has launched oil production from a new field in the Niger Delta region, which is expected to raise crude output at Africa's top oil producer by 40,000 barrels per day (bpd) by the end of May. The upstream subsidiary of Nigerian national oil company, NNPC Exploration and Production Limited, and Natural Oilfield Services Ltd (NOSL), a subsidiary of Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Ltd (SEEPCO), announced on Sunday the successful start of oil production at Oil Mining Lease (OML) 13 in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Production began on May 6 with 6,000 barrels of oil, and is expected to be ramped up to 40,000 barrels per day by May 27, 2024, NNPC said in a statement. "For Nigeria, the first oil from OML 13 holds some significance as it contributes to the country's efforts to increase its oil production capacity, which is crucial for meeting domestic energy needs and driving economic growth," the company added. #nnpc #seepco OilPrice.com https://lnkd.in/eKu3Ta-9 #oilgas

Ariana Resources plc (AIM:AAU) results from the final drilling programme at its Tavsan mine project – to be its second operating mine in Turkey - highlight the potential for an increase in resource size and grad, suggests stockbroker WH Ireland. High-grade ore (more than 3g/t #gold) is already being stacked from the commissioning of the mine in preparation for first production and #Ariana expects to put out an announcement about the plans for 2024 before the end of March. “Tavsan will be an important new plant for Ariana in our view and essentially turns the company from a single-mine to multi-operational organisation which reduces risks and provides for production and cash flow growth,” said the broker. Fair value from Ariana is at 5.5p as the miner demonstrates it can turn plans “from the hypothetical to the concrete”. Shares were unchanged at 2.05p. More at #Proactive #ProactiveInvestors http://ow.ly/X8Jc105lEFt #AIM #AAU

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