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Deep Yellow Limited

Also known as: Deep Yellow Ltd

Australian uranium developer advancing the Tumas Uranium Project in Namibia's Erongo Region toward a final investment decision.

2024-08-102026-10-06

What’s been said

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  1. October 2026
  2. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow awarded two major civil and concrete construction contracts worth combined N$391 million for Tumas project

    Source

    “Deep Yellow has awarded two major civil and concrete construction contracts worth a combined figure of N$391 million for its flagship Tumas uranium project in the Erongo region marking another step towards the project's planned final investment decision (FID) later this year.”

    JPMorgan ceases to be substantial shareholder in Deep Yellow
  3. September 2026
  4. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow Limited reported on pre-production activities, economic contribution and environmental management at Tumas

    Source

    “In its 2026 Sustainability Report, prepared in line with Global Reporting Initiative standards, the Australian uranium developer reported on its pre-production activities, economic contribution and environmental management at Tumas and its associated Namibian exploration tenements.”

    Deep Yellow reports environmental and social footprint ahead of Tumas FID
  5. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow commissioned biodiversity, soil and cumulative environmental impact studies in preparation for Equator Principles and International Finance Corporation standards compliance

    Source

    “The company said its infrastructure designs and mine plans were adjusted to avoid highly sensitive desert habitats, with additional biodiversity, soil and cumulative environmental impact studies commissioned in preparation for future compliance with the Equator Principles and International Finance Corporation standards.”

    Deep Yellow reports environmental and social footprint ahead of Tumas FID
  6. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow currently holds through RMR 65% interest in the joint venture

    Source

    “Deep Yellow, through RMR, currently holds a 65% interest in the joint venture, with Nova Energy (Africa) holding 25% and Namibian entity Sixzone Investments holding 10%.”

    Core Energy to invest N$57.5m for 51% stake in uranium joint venture
  7. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow considers the two licences non-core assets

    Source

    “Deep Yellow said the two licences are considered non-core assets as it focuses on its broader uranium growth strategy.”

    Core Energy to invest N$57.5m for 51% stake in uranium joint venture
  8. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow is evaluating a range of funding options for its Tumas uranium project

    Source

    “Deep Yellow is evaluating a range of funding options for its Tumas uranium project in the Erongo Region as it works towards a final investment decision (FID) expected in the fourth quarter of this year.”

    Deep Yellow weighs funding options for Tumas uranium project
  9. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow is considering government support, convertible bonds, strategic debt and equity as funding

    Source

    “The company said it is considering government support, convertible bonds, strategic debt and equity as part of a broad funding package for the project.”

    Deep Yellow weighs funding options for Tumas uranium project
  10. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow expects to make the Tumas FID in the fourth quarter of 2026

    Source

    “Deep Yellow expects to make the Tumas FID in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to market conditions, with securing the funding package and completing project optimisation among the key steps remaining.”

    Deep Yellow weighs funding options for Tumas uranium project
  11. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow is targeting a 98% Namibian construction and operations workforce

    Source

    “Deep Yellow is targeting a 98% Namibian construction and operations workforce, with about 1 200 construction personnel expected during the development phase and approximately 600 employees during operations.”

    Deep Yellow weighs funding options for Tumas uranium project
  12. August 2026
  13. Windhoek Observer

    Deep Yellow awarded contract worth approximately N$212 million to Namibia Construction Pty Ltd

    Source

    “Following a competitive tender process, Namibia Construction Pty Ltd was awarded the first contract, valued at approximately N$212 million.”

    Tumas’ final investment decision expected in Q4

Thursday 1 October

  1. JPMorgan exits substantial shareholder status at Deep Yellow

    JPMorgan Chase & Co. has ceased to be a substantial shareholder in uranium developer Deep Yellow Ltd after reducing its holding to 46,976,651 ordinary shares, falling below the substantial shareholder threshold on 24 September 2026, through market transactions and unwinding of securities lending arrangements.

    1 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Deep Yellow reports environmental, social performance at Tumas

    Australian uranium developer Deep Yellow has released its 2026 Sustainability Report detailing environmental, radiation safety and social performance at its Tumas Uranium Project in Erongo Region ahead of a final investment decision. The company reports converting 211.3 hectares of land cumulatively, withdrawing 47.6 megalitres of saline groundwater for Namibian operations, and commissioning additional biodiversity and environmental studies expected to be completed in 2027 to meet international compliance standards.

    30 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 29 September

  1. NSX market value rises N$99bn in August on mining gains

    The Namibian Securities Exchange's total market value increased by N$99 billion in August, rising 3.24% to N$3.15 trillion, driven mainly by strong gains in mining and bank shares including Anglo American, B2Gold, and Paladin Energy.

    29 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Core Energy to invest A$5 million in Namibian uranium venture

    Australian-listed Core Energy Minerals has agreed with Deep Yellow subsidiary Reptile Mineral Resources to invest A$5 million (N$57.5 million) in exploration of a Namibian uranium joint venture, potentially acquiring a 51% stake in Nova Energy (Namibia) through two phases of spending over 42 months.

    3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Deep Yellow explores funding options for Tumas uranium project

    Deep Yellow is evaluating government support, convertible bonds, strategic debt and equity to fund its Tumas uranium project in Erongo Region, with a final investment decision expected in the fourth quarter of this year. The company has completed earthworks and substantially advanced engineering and procurement, with detailed engineering 79% complete and major process plant equipment 76% tendered as of 30 June 2026.

    2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 28 August

  1. Deep Yellow awards N$389m in Tumas uranium construction contracts

    Deep Yellow has awarded two contracts worth a combined estimated N$389 million for civil and concrete works at its Tumas uranium project in Erongo, with construction mobilisation expected to commence in August and a Final Investment Decision anticipated in the fourth quarter.

    28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. US delegation explores deeper energy and minerals partnership with Namibia

    A US delegation led by Ambassador John Giordano, including officials from the State Department's energy and trade agencies, held high-level meetings with Namibian government officials and industry leaders to expand cooperation in energy security, critical minerals, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. The delegation also represented the US at the Namibian Mining Expo and met with the Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy to discuss opportunities in these sectors.

    18 August 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 9 August

  1. President calls for mineral beneficiation to create shared prosperity

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for Namibia to move beyond raw material extraction and invest in domestic value addition and industrial expansion. At the Mining Expo and Conference, she emphasized that the nation's mineral wealth must drive local employment and prosperity, noting that macro-fiscal growth alone cannot remedy structural inequality.

    9 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Mining sector contributed N$24 billion to local procurement

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced that the mining sector contributed a combined N$24 billion to local procurement during the year under review, and set an end-of-August deadline for government ministries to implement reforms aimed at improving Namibia's business environment.

    6 August 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. President opens mining expo, emphasizes sector's growth role

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah opened the 13th Chamber of Mines Mining Expo and Conference, themed "From Dialogue to Delivery: Assessing Progress in Creating Mining-Led Economic Growth and Employment Since NamPPF." The President stated that the mining sector remains one of Namibia's leading economic sectors towards Vision 2030.

    5 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Deep Yellow progresses Tumas uranium project financing with Nedbank

    Deep Yellow, developing the Tumas uranium project, has progressed financing with mandated lead arranger Nedbank Limited after completing an Independent Technical Expert review. The company is advancing the staged development of Tumas toward a Final Investment Decision anticipated in the last quarter of this year, with progress on power and water supply infrastructure including detailed design for grid connection and ongoing negotiations with NamWater.

    30 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Mayor urges youth to prepare for oil, gas, green hydrogen sectors

    At the 2026 Erongo Regional Career Fair in Walvis Bay, Mayor Johannes Shimbilinga called for collective action to prepare young people for emerging industries, particularly oil and gas and green hydrogen, emphasizing the importance of STEM subjects and technical skills.

    23 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Deep Yellow awards N$393m contracts to local construction firms

    Deep Yellow has awarded N$392.6 million in construction contracts to two 100% Namibian-owned firms for its Tumas Uranium Project, with mobilisation scheduled for August and expected to generate roughly 500 local jobs.

    22 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Deep Yellow awards N$391m in construction contracts for Tumas

    Deep Yellow Limited has awarded two civil and concrete construction contracts worth N$391 million for its Tumas uranium project in Erongo, part of the company's strategy to remove execution risk and secure contractors ahead of its planned final investment decision in the fourth quarter of 2026.

    21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Deep Yellow awards N$391m in contracts for Tumas uranium project

    Deep Yellow Limited has awarded two major civil and concrete construction contracts worth N$391 million for its Tumas uranium project in Erongo, part of its strategy to remove execution risk and secure contractors ahead of a planned final investment decision in the fourth quarter of 2026.

    21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Namibia exports record uranium in first quarter 2026

    Namibia exported over six million pounds of uranium oxide concentrate in the first quarter of 2026, the best start to a year in the country's recorded history, driven by rising global uranium prices now above US$80/lb. With three operating mines in the Erongo region and new projects in development, uranium is filling the gap left by the collapsing diamond sector.

    4 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. U.S. delegation visits Namibia to advance trade partnerships

    A senior U.S. delegation led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Nick Checker concluded a four-day visit to Namibia from 11–14 June 2026 to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in trade, investment, energy, mining and logistics. Discussions with Namibian government officials and business leaders focused on deepening commercial ties and attracting investment in sectors including critical minerals and logistics.

    16 June 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Namibia's major uranium, gold, copper projects advance in 2025

    The Chamber of Mines of Namibia reports that major mining projects including the Tumas Uranium Project, Twin Hills Gold Project, and Etango Uranium Project continued to progress in 2025, supporting the sector's role as a main economic driver, though rising policy uncertainty is starting to affect investor confidence.

    7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 9 March

  1. Deep Yellow appoints Jennifer Mintz as chief legal officer

    Uranium exploration company Deep Yellow Limited has appointed Jennifer Mintz as chief legal officer to ensure strong corporate governance and regulatory compliance as the company advances its Tumas uranium project development in Namibia.

    9 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 5 March

  1. Deep Yellow's Tumas uranium project shows economic viability

    Deep Yellow's Tumas uranium project in Namibia is advancing with an initial capital investment of about N$7.55 billion and a post-tax net present value of N$9.19 billion, with a projected internal rate of return of 19%. The project aims to operate at a competitive all-in sustaining cost of N$716.40 per pound of uranium.

    5 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 27 January

  1. Namibia positioned to boost uranium exports amid global demand surge

    Namibia is one of the world's top three uranium producers and stands to benefit from rising global demand for nuclear power as countries pursue clean-energy goals. The country's three active uranium projects—Rössing, Husab, and the recently restarted Langer Heinrich—plus exploration activities could significantly increase output and government revenues over the next decade, though the water-intensive industry faces challenges from drought and market volatility.

    27 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 26 January

  1. Namibia poised for uranium sector growth in 2026

    According to an outlook by legal experts Patrick Kauta and Vivien Chaplin, Namibia's uranium mining sector is expected to benefit from rising global demand for nuclear energy, with established producers like Rössing, Husab, and the restarted Langer Heinrich expanding, while new projects including Etango-8, Tumas, and Norasa advance through development stages. The sector faces challenges including water scarcity and global market volatility, but Namibia's stable political environment and substantial reserves position it as an increasingly attractive investment destination for nuclear fuel supply.

    26 January 2026 · New Era →

Saturday 24 January

  1. Deep Yellow invests N$156m in Tumas uranium project development

    Australian mining company Deep Yellow Limited has spent N$156 million over the past three months advancing its Tumas Uranium Project in the Erongo region, with detailed engineering 60% complete and bulk earthworks 24% complete. The company is derisking the project ahead of a final investment decision, expecting uranium prices to rise in 2026, and has secured a power supply agreement with Namibia Power Corporation.

    24 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 13 January

  1. Deep Yellow finds limited uranium in Tumas drilling

    Uranium mining company Deep Yellow discovered only thin layers of uranium in low concentrations during its recent drilling programme at the Tumas project in Erongo. The company will shift focus to under-explored nearby areas in 2026 after exploring 7km of paleo channels.

    13 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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