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Anthony Viljoen

2026-01-232026-10-22

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  1. October 2026
  2. Windhoek Observer

    Chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said operational performance at Uis translated into improved profitability and cash generation

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    “Chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said the operational performance at Uis had translated into improved profitability and cash generation.”

    Andrada records N$54.8 million profit, revenue rises 80%
  3. Windhoek Observer

    Anthony Viljoen revealed latest drilling results show company continuing to uncover Lithium Ridge potential

    Source

    “Andrada Mining's chief executive officer, Anthony Viljoen has revealed that the latest drilling results from the company's Lithium Ridge project show that the company is continuing to uncover the potential of the licence.”

    Andrada uncovers further Lithium Ridge potential
  4. Windhoek Observer

    Anthony Viljoen said results demonstrate presence of high-grade intersections confirming full potential uncovering

    Source

    “"This fifth batch of results demonstrates the presence of high-grade intersections confirming that we are still uncovering the full potential of the Lithium Ridge licence," Viljoen said.”

    Andrada uncovers further Lithium Ridge potential
  5. September 2026
  6. Windhoek Observer

    Chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said N$98 million funding package would enable the company to install the ore-sorting circuit

    Source

    “"The higher feed grades and processing rate supported the increased tin production," Viljoen said, adding that the N$98 million funding package would enable the company to install the ore-sorting circuit.”

    Andrada’s Uis tin production rises 13% as plant upgrades advance
  7. Informanté

    Andrada CEO Anthony Viljoen said the company expects a lithium price peak between 2028–2029

    Source

    “"I think that we're going to hit another peak again between 2028–2029, so we want to make sure that by the time that peak comes, we will be in full production."”

    Andrada targets 2028-29 production at Namibia’s Lithium Ridge
  8. August 2026
  9. Windhoek Observer

    Andrada chief executive Anthony Viljoen said funding agreement with two Namibian financial institutions reduced risks around delivering the expansion

    Source

    “Andrada chief executive Anthony Viljoen said the funding agreement with the two Namibian financial institutions had reduced the risks around delivering the expansion.”

    Andrada secures N$98m funding for Uis mine expansion
  10. The Namibian

    Andrada chief executive Anthony Viljoen said the collaboration with two banks has enabled Andrada to complete the funding required

    Source

    “"The strengthening of the collaboration with two of Namibia's leading financial institutions has enabled Andrada to complete the funding required to materially de-risk the delivery of the Uis ore-sorting expansion," Andrada chief executive Anthony Viljoen said in the announcement.”

    Namibian banks approve financing for Andrada’s Uis project
  11. July 2026
  12. Windhoek Observer

    Andrada chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said the completion of the licence-wide sampling programme represents an important milestone in understanding the potential scale of the Lithium Ridge Project

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    “Andrada chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said the completion of the licence-wide sampling programme represents an important milestone in understanding the potential scale of the Lithium Ridge Project.”

    Andrada extends Lithium Ridge mineralised zone to 9km
  13. Windhoek Observer

    Chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said the quarter marked one of the company's strongest operational performances

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    “Chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said the quarter marked one of the company's strongest operational performances, supported by record tin production, progress at Lithium Ridge and encouraging ore-sorting results at Brandberg West.”

    Andrada posts record tin production, lithium, tungsten projects advance
  14. June 2026
  15. Windhoek Observer

    Chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said the results demonstrate exceptional quality and scale reinforcing confidence in Lithium Ridge

    Source

    “Chief executive officer Anthony Viljoen said the results demonstrate "exceptional quality and scale" and reinforce confidence in the Lithium Ridge asset, especially given its additional polymetallic potential.”

    Andrada confirms high-grade lithium results from drilling programme
Mining & Energy

Andrada Mining reports N$54.8m profit, revenue rises 80%

The News

Andrada Mining Limited recorded an interim profit after tax of N$54.8 million for the six months ended 31 August 2026, reversing a prior-year loss, as higher tin prices and increased production boosted financial performance. Revenue rose 80% to £20.6 million, while gross profit margin improved to 40.3% from 16.4%.

11 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Today

  1. Andrada Mining reports N$54.8m profit, revenue rises 80%

    Andrada Mining Limited recorded an interim profit after tax of N$54.8 million for the six months ended 31 August 2026, reversing a prior-year loss, as higher tin prices and increased production boosted financial performance. Revenue rose 80% to £20.6 million, while gross profit margin improved to 40.3% from 16.4%.

    11 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 8 October

  1. Andrada Mining reports high-grade lithium intersections at Ridge project

    Andrada Mining's fifth batch of drilling results from its Lithium Ridge project show multiple pegmatites with lithium intersections exceeding 1.5% lithium oxide, and newly identified pegmatites outside the main mineralised trend also containing substantial lithium mineralisation. The drilling also confirmed the presence of tin and tantalum alongside the lithium.

    8 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Andrada's Uis tin production rises 13% year-on-year

    Andrada Mining's contained tin production increased 13% to 576 tonnes in the first half of its 2027 financial year, driven by higher feed grades and improved plant performance. The company is implementing a funded production growth programme with N$98 million in financing for planned upgrades, including an ore-sorting circuit expected to boost annual tin concentrate production by 50–70%.

    30 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Andrada targets 2028–2029 production at Lithium Ridge project

    London-listed Andrada Mining is accelerating exploration and development at its Lithium Ridge project in Namibia's Erongo Region, targeting production by 2028 or 2029 to capitalise on an anticipated recovery in lithium demand. The company plans to advance drilling, define resources and reserves, and complete a Definitive Feasibility Study.

    6 September 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Andrada secures N$98m for Uis Tin Mine expansion

    Andrada Mining has secured N$98 million in funding from Bank Windhoek and the Development Bank of Namibia for a new ore-sorting circuit at its Uis Tin Mine in Erongo region. The 10-year loans are expected to increase tin concentrate production by between 50% and 70%.

    18 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 17 August

  1. Namibian banks fund Andrada's Uis tin ore-sorting expansion

    Bank Windhoek and the Development Bank of Namibia will provide N$98 million to fund Andrada Mining's ore-sorting project at its Uis mine, with each bank lending N$49 million over 10 years. The expansion aims to increase tin concentrate output and unlock the mine's operational and cash-generating potential.

    17 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Andrada extends Lithium Ridge mineralized zone to 9km

    Andrada Mining Limited has extended its identified lithium mineralized trend at Lithium Ridge Project by 50% to nine kilometres following surface sampling. Results confirmed high-grade lithium mineralization exceeding 3.5% lithium oxide, alongside tin and tantalum deposits across the Erongo Region project.

    29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Andrada Mining posts record tin output, advances lithium projects

    Andrada Mining reported record tin production of 286 tonnes at Uis in the quarter ended 31 May 2026, a 20% increase year-on-year, with tin concentrate production also reaching a record 473 tonnes. The company secured N$98 million in funding for a tin ore-sorting expansion and advanced lithium and tungsten projects through drilling programmes.

    1 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Andrada Mining confirms high-grade lithium at Ridge Project

    Andrada Mining has announced high-grade lithium mineralisation results from six diamond drill holes at its Lithium Ridge Project in Namibia, with results including 9.05 metres at 2.28% lithium oxide and 13.27 metres at 1.42% lithium oxide. The company said the results confirm consistent mineralisation across multiple holes and note the presence of tin and tantalum in all drill holes as additional revenue potential.

    10 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Saturday 30 May

  1. Andrada secures N$98m debt financing for Uis Mine expansion

    Andrada Mining Limited has secured N$98 million in conditional debt financing from Bank Windhoek and the Development Bank of Namibia to support expansion projects at Uis Mine in Erongo. The funds will be used for construction and commissioning of an ore-sorting circuit, increased crushing capacity, accelerated stripping activities, and resource estimates.

    30 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 18 April

  1. Andrada reports strong tungsten grades at Brandberg West project

    Tin producer Andrada Mining has achieved significant grade increases in tungsten, copper, and tin through ore-sorting test work at its Brandberg West project in Namibia, with tungsten grades rising from 0.24% to 1.45% in concentrate, validating the economic potential of the deposit.

    18 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 28 March

  1. Uis tin mine boosts output 15% as Andrada reports record performance

    Andrada Mining's Uis tin mine increased tin concentrate production by 15% in the latest financial year, processing 1.04 million tonnes of ore. The London-listed company reported record operational performance and positive free cash flows, and has expanded partnerships including a tungsten mine investment and lithium exploration operations.

    28 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 23 January

  1. Andrada Mining converts N$50m debt into equity stake

    Andrada Mining Limited converted N$50.1 million of debt into 59.4 million ordinary shares, strengthening its balance sheet without depleting cash reserves. The conversion comprises a N$40.9 million loan from The Orange Trust and N$9.2 million in unpaid fees, and is expected to enhance operational flexibility and support future financing options.

    23 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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