LONDON - Marula Mining PLC (AQSE: MARU), a company focused on African mining and development, has announced the release of its minority stake in the Nkombwa Hill Project in Zambia. The decision, which results in relinquishing the interest for no financial consideration, aligns with the company's strategy to concentrate on more advanced and majority-owned mining opportunities.
The company had acquired a 23.75% interest in Xram Traws Limited, the holder of the Large Scale Exploration License for the Nkombwa Hill Project, in the second half of 2022. However, since the acquisition, no significant exploration activities have been initiated on the site, which is known for its niobium, tantalum, and rare earth element mineralization.
Marula Mining has deemed the Nkombwa Hill Project a non-core asset, especially in light of its recent project acquisitions in 2023 and 2024. The company is now turning its attention towards its Blesberg Lithium and Tantalum Mine and the adjacent Northern Cape Lithium and Tungsten Project (NCLT Project). These sites already possess the processing capabilities required for niobium and tantalum mineralization, and they present an opportunity for the processing of various rare earth elements.
The Board of Directors believes that focusing on the extraction and sale of niobium and tantalum concentrates, as well as certain rare earth elements from Blesberg and NCLT Projects, represents a more compelling business case than continuing exploration at Nkombwa Hill. The company also plans to expand its Blesberg facility, including a new joint venture partnership for a lithium acid leaching plant that will produce an intermediate lithium product.
Marula Mining is known for its interests in high-value mining operations and development projects across Africa, including South Africa, Kenya, and Tanzania. Its strategy involves investing in advanced mining projects that can deliver shareholder returns, with a focus on being a responsible and sustainable producer of critical metals and commodities.
This update is based on a press release statement from Marula Mining PLC.
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