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Paladin Energy

Paladin Energy — operates the Langer Heinrich uranium mine in Erongo, targeting 4.8 million pounds of production in 2026.

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What’s been said

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Namibian

    Paladin Energy increased by 22.63% to N$134.29

    Source

    “B2Gold rose by 42.75% to N$88.62 a share, while Paladin Energy increased by 22.63% to N$134.29.”

    Listed companies gain N$99bn in August
  3. Windhoek Observer

    Paladin Energy's Langer Heinrich Mine has 21 million pounds of uranium contracted through 2030

    Source

    “Paladin Energy's Langer Heinrich Mine in the Erongo region has 21 million pounds (Mlb) of uranium contracted through 2030, providing the operation with a substantial sales base as uranium market fundamentals continue to strengthen.”

    Langer Heinrich enters 2027 with 21Mlb uranium contract book
  4. Windhoek Observer

    The mine sold 4.35Mlb of uranium oxide during the 2026 financial year at US$70/lb average

    Source

    “The mine sold 4.35Mlb of uranium oxide (U3O8) during the 2026 financial year at an average realised price of US$70 per pound.”

    Langer Heinrich enters 2027 with 21Mlb uranium contract book
  5. July 2026
  6. Windhoek Observer

    Paladin Energy operates the Langer Heinrich uranium mine

    Source

    “Alongside Rössing, operations such as the Husab Mine, operated by Swakop Uranium, and the Langer Heinrich Mine, operated by Paladin Energy, consistently place Namibia among the world's top uranium-producing nations.”

    Beneath Our Feet: How mining built Namibia and why its next chapter could be even more valuable
  7. The Namibian

    Paladin Energy is targeting full production at Langer Heinrich around 2027

    Source

    “The mine is not yet at full production, with Paladin targeting full production around 2027.”

    Namibia in Numbers – Monthly Namibian Uranium Exports
  8. June 2026
  9. The Namibian

    Paladin Energy owns the Langer Heinrich mine

    Source

    “The Langer Heinrich mine is owned by Australia's Paladin Energy, the Husab mine is owned by China General Nuclear Power and operated by Swakop Uranium, and the Rössing mine is majority-owned by China National Uranium Corporation.”

    Namibia in Numbers: Namibia’s Uranium Output
  10. May 2026
  11. Windhoek Observer

    Paladin Energy recorded the steepest decline dropping 14.3% to close at N$127.18

    Source

    “Paladin Energy recorded the steepest decline among the major counters, dropping 14.3% to close at N$127.18.”

    NSX records N$52.4m in weekly trading activity
  12. The Namibian

    Paladin Energy sold 1.4m kilograms of uranium oxide, generating about N$3.5 billion in revenue

    Source

    “PALADIN Energy sold 1.4m kilograms of uranium oxide during the first nine months of the 2025/26 financial year, generating about N$3.5 billion in revenue.”

    Langer Heinrich generates N$3.5b from uranium sales
  13. Windhoek Observer

    Paladin Energy says is positioned to capitalise on uranium supply shortage via Langer Heinrich

    Source

    “Paladin Energy says rising global demand for nuclear energy and a growing uranium supply shortage are creating opportunities for the company to strengthen value from its uranium assets, including the Langer Heinrich Mine in the Erongo region.”

    Langer Heinrich positioned to capitalise uranium deficit
  14. Windhoek Observer

    Paladin Energy noted 438 operational nuclear reactors worldwide per World Nuclear Association April 2026 data

    Source

    “Using April 2026 data from the World Nuclear Association, the company noted that there are currently 438 operational nuclear reactors worldwide.”

    Langer Heinrich positioned to capitalise uranium deficit

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. Langer Heinrich uranium mine secures 21 million pounds through 2030

    Paladin Energy's Langer Heinrich Mine in Erongo has 21 million pounds of uranium contracted through 2030, with 44% of 2026–2030 contracted volumes at base-escalated and fixed pricing and the remainder linked to market prices. The mine sold 4.35 million pounds of uranium oxide during the 2026 financial year at an average price of US$70 per pound.

    3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 31 July

  1. Mining has built Namibia's economy; next phase could yield more value

    Namibia's mining sector, from ancient copper extraction to modern diamonds and uranium, contributes approximately 13–14% of GDP and generates more than 60% of export earnings in many years. The article questions whether Namibia has captured the full value of its mineral wealth over more than a century of industrial mining.

    31 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 →

Sunday 28 June

  1. Namibia third-largest uranium producer, 12% global output

    Namibia ranked third globally in uranium production in 2024 with 12.18% of world output. Uranium ore and concentrates generated N$28.1 billion in exports in 2025, representing 31% of total export revenue, supported by rising global uranium prices that reached US$85.90/lb.

    28 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 18 May

  1. NSX records N$52.4m in weekly trading activity

    The Namibia Securities Exchange recorded trading activity worth N$52.4 million during the week of 11 to 15 May 2026, with 868,151 shares traded across 69 deals. The financial sector led with N$36.7 million in turnover, while major stocks showed mixed performance, with Paladin Energy declining 14.3% to N$127.18.

    18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Saturday 9 May

  1. Langer Heinrich uranium sales reach N$3.5 billion in nine months

    Paladin Energy sold 1.4 million kilograms of uranium oxide during the first nine months of the 2025/26 financial year, generating about N$3.5 billion in revenue at an average realised price of N$1 174.73 per pound. The company has now shifted into high-volume production following commissioning of a full mining fleet and extraction of 17 million metric tonnes of material.

    9 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Paladin Energy sees uranium opportunities amid rising global demand

    Paladin Energy says rising global nuclear energy demand and a uranium supply shortage are creating opportunities for the company to strengthen value from its uranium assets, including the Langer Heinrich Mine in Namibia's Erongo region. The company is focused on increasing production while maintaining financial flexibility and benefiting from long-term uranium supply contracts.

    7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Saturday 18 April

  1. Paladin raises uranium output forecast from Langer Heinrich Mine

    Paladin Energy has increased its expected uranium production from Namibia's Langer Heinrich Mine to 4.8 million pounds of yellowcake in the 2026 financial year, up from an original forecast of 4.4 million pounds, citing improved feed grade and high processing plant recovery rates.

    18 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 10 March

  1. Paragon and Knowledge Katti bid for Rössing Uranium stake

    Paragon Investment and businessman Knowledge Katti have separately expressed interest in acquiring a 10.2% equity stake in Rössing Uranium Limited currently held by South Africa's Industrial Development Corporation. Katti has called for the stake to be sold exclusively to a 100% Namibian entity, arguing that greater local private sector participation in strategic mineral assets is key to national economic sovereignty.

    10 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 15 February

  1. Paladin Energy targets Langer Heinrich full output by 2027

    Paladin Energy ended 2025 in a strong financial position with N$2.2 billion in yellowcake sales from Namibian operations and increased cash and investments by 213% in the second half, supporting its plan to complete ramp-up activities at the Langer Heinrich uranium mine by 2027.

    15 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 13 February

  1. China's CNNC partners with Bannerman on Etango uranium project

    Bannerman Energy has signed a strategic financing agreement with China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) subsidiary CNNC Overseas Limited, which will invest up to N$5 billion in the Etango uranium project and receive a 43% stake and rights to 60% of production. The investment is targeted for completion by mid-2026.

    13 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 30 January

  1. South African IDC seeks buyers for Rössing Uranium stake

    The Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa has opened a public disposal process to sell its 10.2% equity stake in Rössing Uranium Limited, a founding shareholder that has reached the end of its investment horizon. Interested parties are invited to submit bids with company background information, financial capacity, and strategic rationale for the transaction.

    30 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 29 January

  1. Langer Heinrich uranium mine ramp-up continues on track for 2027

    Langer Heinrich Mine mined 5.53 million tonnes in Q4 2025 and produced 1.23 million pounds of uranium concentrate, representing a 16% increase from the previous quarter. The mine is expected to reach full production by 2027, with the remaining mining fleet arriving at Walvis Bay Port for delivery by end of January 2026.

    29 January 2026 · New Era →

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 →

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