Namibia Mining Review

28/02/2026

New Agreement To Support Uis Tin Mining Growth 🫱🏻‍🫲🏾

Uis Tin Mining, a subsidiary of Andrada Mining has extended exclusive tin offtake arrangement with a leading global tin smelter – Thailand Smelting & Refining Co. Ltd (Thaisarco).

According to the agreement Thaisarco is granted exclusivity to purchase all tin concentrate produced at UTMC’s operations, at its absolute discretion.

“This agreement is a result of the long-standing partnership we have built with Thaisarco, the strong operating performance we continue to deliver at Uis and the growing demand for tin.

“In the current robust commodity market, this extension provides greater flexibility for UTMC as we scale our operations to capitalise on market demand,” said Anthony Viljoen, Andrada Chief Executive Officer.

Thaisarco’s decision to further strengthen its relationship with Andrada, is an endorsement from a valued partner. Importantly, it underlies the significance of the Uis operation in the global tin market and demonstrates confidence in our team to achieve scale across the asset.”

In addition, Thaisarco is to advance USD3 million to provide flexibility as operations continue to scale up, the advance amount is unsecured, repayable only at the request of UTMC and does not accrue interest. And no interest accrues on the unsecured Advance Amount, and a small marketing discount is applied to future sales as detailed below

Meanwhile the agreement builds on the long-term partnership with Thaisarco.

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Uis Tin Mining, a subsidiary of Andrada Mining has extended exclusive tin offtake arrangement with a leading global tin smelter – Thailand Smelting & Refining Co. Ltd (Thaisarco). According to the agreement Thaisarco is granted exclusivity to purchase all tin concentrate produced at UTMC’s opera...

13/02/2026

Silver Linings: Mining Opportunities For Africa In An Unstable World

At Day 2 of Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town, a lively main-stage debate unpacked whether Africa can win in today’s turbulent geopolitical climate.

Despite global headwinds—from tariffs to rising nationalism—panelists agreed that Africa holds a powerful advantage: around 40% of the world’s proven critical minerals and the youngest population globally. With demand accelerating for energy transition and advanced technologies, Africa’s resources are firmly in the global spotlight.

The key takeaway? Opportunity alone is not enough. To truly benefit, Africa must strengthen governance, policy coherence, and regional integration—from aligned regulations to shared infrastructure like regional refineries.

As moderator Rohitesh Dhawan concluded, even in times of geopolitical uncertainty, Africa remains well-positioned for growth—if the right structures are put in place.

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13/02/2026

Africa’s Mining Future Through Unity and Strategy

A powerhouse panel set the tone for Mining Indaba on 9 February 2026, bringing together the Ministers of Mines from South Africa, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo, alongside CEOs from leading global mining houses including Ivanhoe, in a high-level discussion that kicked off the week’s agenda with authority and intent.

South Africa’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, echoed other African governments sentiments, highlighting the contradiction of Africa’s mineral wealth coexisting with widespread poverty. He emphasised the convening power of leadership and the need to avoid a distractive race to the bottom. He said progress will come through partnerships, with investors and industry captains playing a central role.

Mantashe stressed the importance of synergy between African nations to ensure unity and competitiveness in mineral pricing, particularly for critical minerals that are increasingly central to global economic transitions. He called for Africa to assess the true impact of these minerals and define their meaning for the continent’s development, noting that commodities such as gold host other critical minerals whose global demand has grown significantly.

Capturing the data value of critical minerals and moving beyond extraction to production is now imperative. He further highlighted the Lobito Corridor as a necessary value-adding framework, with strategies emerging from the Ministerial Symposium to address shared challenges including power, rail infrastructure and regulatory alignment.

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Minister of Mines, Louis Watum Kabamba outlined a defined framework under new arrangements with the United States, focusing on specific projects and diversified partnerships. He highlighted the country’s vast endowment including an estimated 20 billion tonnes of iron ore with potential for steel production. Mega infrastructure projects, particularly railways connecting the Atlantic coast to the Indian Ocean and East African markets, were presented as transformational for regional trade, industrialisation and integration.



Zambia’s Minister of Mines Paul Chanda Kabuswe reaffirmed that the country’s mining sector is on the right trajectory, supported by sustained growth and expanding energy capacity. Hydro, coal and solar projects are being advanced to address rising energy demand from mining and industrial activity. Reiterating the 3 million tonne copper ambition, the Minister noted deepening engagement with the private sector and navigating geopolitical competition to secure value at the negotiating table. Stability and win-win partnerships remain Zambia’s guiding principles.

Ivanhoe’s Chief Executive Officer Marna Cloete underscored the importance of predictability and bankability in African mining jurisdictions, citing refurbished infrastructure in the DRC as a strong signal of progress. She advocated for a collaborative approach that balances government prerogatives with investor needs and reflects a deeper understanding of Africa’s development priorities.

In conclusion, one of the panellists noted that engagement on policy must extend beyond compliance to measurable impact. Mining must benefit communities, shareholders and host countries alike, while addressing environmental impacts responsibly





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11/02/2026

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05/02/2026

🚨 NEW ISSUE OF THE NAMIBIAN MINING REVIEW 🚨


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03/02/2026

Are you heading to Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town?

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26/01/2026

We are pleased to confirm the participation of Hon.Gaudentia Kröhne, Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy. Namibia will be represented at Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026, reinforcing the country’s commitment to strategic dialogue, long-term partnerships and investment-led growth in the mining sector.

Namibia continues to position itself as one of Africa’s most credible and investment-ready mining jurisdictions, underpinned by political continuity, regulatory clarity and a long track record of hosting world-class operations.

Long anchored in diamonds and uranium, Namibia is steadily broadening its mining profile. Gold has become a more significant contributor, while base metals and industrial minerals are attracting renewed interest, supporting a more balanced and resilient mining economy.

What distinguishes Namibia is not geology alone, but institutional maturity. Clear mining legislation, transparent fiscal terms and established environmental processes provide investors and financiers with the predictability required for long-term, capital-intensive projects. Equally important is Namibia’s experience in sustaining durable public-private partnerships across commodity cycles.

National priorities are focused on ensuring that mining contributes to jobs, skills, infrastructure and local economic linkages, while remaining firmly open to international investment. Alongside extraction, Namibia is strengthening downstream inputs and logistics, including continued development around Walvis Bay, to improve competitiveness across mineral value chains.

For investors seeking exposure to Africa’s minerals economy across uranium, gold, base metals and mining-linked industrial and logistics platforms, Namibia offers a proposition built on stability, credibility and partnership.

Engage with Namibia’s delegation, led by Hon. Gaudentia Kröhne, to discuss partnership-ready opportunities across uranium services, gold growth, base-metal value chains, downstream inputs and logistics.

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26/01/2026

Andrada Mining has announced encouraging exploration results from its Lithium Ridge project in Namibia, reinforcing the potential for responsibly developed critical minerals.

High-grade lithium has been identified at surface, with multiple samples exceeding 4% Li₂O. Extensive geological mapping has expanded the known mineralised footprint, pointing to a large lithium system with long-term development potential.

Importantly, the project also contains tin and tantalum alongside lithium, supporting a polymetallic approach that can improve resource efficiency and reduce waste through potential by-product recovery.

Lithium Ridge is being advanced in partnership with SQM, a global lithium leader, with drilling progressing on schedule. Together with ongoing operations at Uis, these results reflect Andrada’s commitment to building a diversified portfolio of critical minerals that support the global energy transition while contributing to sustainable development in Namibia.

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26/01/2026

Andrada continue progress at Uis – Update

Andrada Mining’s third-quarter operational results highlight the company’s strong positioning to benefit from the growing critical metals market. Continued exploration and development across Namibia’s Erongo region are validating Andrada’s strategy to build a hub for tin and associated critical minerals, including lithium, tantalum, copper and tungsten.

The quarter delivered improved throughput, consistent recoveries and strong tin production at Uis, supported by favourable pricing, with tin exceeding US$40 000 per tonne in early December. Management says ongoing improvement and development initiatives are gaining momentum, underpinning Andrada’s growth ambitions in Africa’s critical minerals sector.





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24/01/2026

Metso has invested in a new rubber products manufacturing plant in Quzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, reinforcing its commitment to the mining and aggregates sector. The facility will enable localized production, faster delivery times, and improved service for customers.

Screening media production is set to begin in Q1 2026, followed by mill lining production later in the year using advanced manufacturing technologies. This strategic investment strengthens Metso’s competitiveness and long-term commitment to the Greater China market.





Read full story at: https://namibianminingnews.com/metso-opens-rubber-products-plant-in-quzhou-china/