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Anthony Viljoen

2026-01-232026-09-07

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  1. September 2026
  2. 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
  3. August 2026
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. July 2026
  7. 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

    Source

    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
  8. Windhoek Observer

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

    Source

    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
  9. June 2026
  10. 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
  11. May 2026
  12. The Namibian

    Anthony Viljoen stated as chief executive that the financing provides fully funded platform to drive production growth without shareholder dilution

    Source

    According to Andrada chief executive Anthony Viljoen, the combined financing will provide a fully funded platform to drive production growth at Uis Mine without further shareholder dilution.

    Andrada secures N$98mfor Uis Mine expansion
  13. March 2026
  14. The Namibian

    Anthony Viljoen is Andrada's chief executive

    Source

    "At Uis, the company delivered record operational performance and positive free cash flows, providing a solid foundation for growth and the scaling of production over the coming year," Andrada's chief executive Anthony Viljoen says.

    Uis tin mine increases production in 2025
  15. January 2026
  16. The Namibian

    Andrada chief executive Anthony Viljoen says the transaction further improves the company's financial position following its 2025 corporate restructuring

    Source

    Andrada chief executive Anthony Viljoen says the transaction further improves the company's financial position following its 2025 corporate restructuring, which reduced overhead costs.

    Andrada Mining converts N$50m debt into equity
Mining & Energy

Andrada targets 2028–2029 production at Lithium Ridge project

The News

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.

18 hours ago · Informanté

Yesterday

  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.

    18 hours ago · 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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