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Namibia Critical Metals Inc. (OTCQB: NMREF; TSXV: NMI) generates news primarily around the advancement of its Lofdal Heavy Rare Earth Project in Namibia and its joint venture with the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC). Company releases emphasize that Lofdal is a Tier-1 heavy rare earth project with a globally significant endowment of dysprosium and terbium, along with yttrium, and that the project is fully permitted under a 25-year Mining License.
News for NMREF often covers key technical milestones, such as the filing of an NI 43-101 pre-feasibility study technical report for the Lofdal 2B-4 project, updates on Mineral Resource Estimates, and detailed results from metallurgical test programs. These include ore sorting trials using XRT and XRF technologies, flotation optimization at SGS Lakefield, and hydrometallurgical pilot plant work aimed at producing high-grade heavy rare earth carbonate products and simplifying the process flowsheet.
Investors following Namibia Critical Metals can also expect regular updates on the funding and progress of the JOGMEC joint venture. Company news has highlighted JOGMEC’s staged earn-in expenditures, budget increases to accelerate work programs, and the evolution of the partnership targeting a long-term, sustainable supply of heavy rare earths to Japan. Additional releases address corporate actions such as stock option grants, warrant exercises, and investor relations engagements.
This NMREF news page on Stock Titan brings together these disclosures in one place, allowing readers to review technical, financial and corporate developments related to the Lofdal project and the company’s collaboration with JOGMEC. For investors and observers interested in heavy rare earth projects and Namibia-focused mining equities, the feed provides a central view of Namibia Critical Metals’ ongoing project and corporate updates.
Namibia Critical Metals has provided an update on its Lofdal Heavy Rare Earth project, highlighting successful flotation tests resulting in over a 20x upgrade of heavy rare earths. In partnership with JOGMEC, the project aims to sustainably supply dysprosium and terbium for high-tech applications. The recent flotation program involved more than 110 tests, achieving a recovery of 67-70% TREO from low-grade samples. The project’s resource estimate has increased to 44.76 million tonnes at an average grade of 0.17% TREO. The simplified processing flowsheet is undergoing economic evaluation, with further test work planned.
Namibia Critical Metals Inc. (OTC PINK:NMREF) announced that Bannerman Energy Limited has entered into an agreement to acquire 82,290,680 common shares, equating to 41.8% of NMI. This acquisition is expected to enhance strategic alignment and synergies with Bannerman's Etango Uranium Project in Namibia, completing within 30 days. Additionally, NMI's CEO Darrin Campbell expressed optimism about the partnership’s potential to leverage Bannerman's expertise to enhance the Lofdal Project, anticipated to supply crucial dysprosium and terbium metals for emerging markets.
Namibia Critical Metals has successfully closed a $750,000 non-brokered private placement, increasing from an initial target of $500,000 due to strong investor interest. A total of 3,750,000 units were issued at $0.20 per unit, each consisting of one common share and one warrant exercisable at $0.35 until March 31, 2024. Proceeds will be primarily used for gold exploration and corporate purposes. The company currently holds advanced projects in Namibia, including the Lofdal dysprosium-terbium project.
Namibia Critical Metals has increased its non-brokered private placement from a maximum of CDN$500,000 to CDN$750,000 due to strong investor interest. The placement will issue units at $0.20 each, comprising one common share and one warrant, with a total of 7,500,000 shares expected. Proceeds will fund gold exploration and corporate purposes, pending TSX Venture Exchange approval. The Company holds significant projects in Namibia, including the Lofdal project in joint venture with JOGMEC, and several gold prospecting licenses in the Central Namibian Gold Belt.
Namibia Critical Metals intends to complete a non-brokered private placement worth up to $500,000 at a price of $0.20 per unit, representing an 11% discount. Each unit comprises one common share and one warrant, exercisable at $0.35 within 24 months. Additionally, the company plans to extend the expiry of 2,650,000 existing warrants by 12 months. Proceeds will primarily fund gold exploration and corporate purposes. The private placement and warrant extension are pending approval from the TSX Venture Exchange.
Namibia Critical Metals has identified initial drill targets at its Erongo Project following successful geophysical surveys over gold and arsenic anomalies. The project, which covers 337 km2, is located within the Central Namibian Gold Belt. A total of 14 reverse circulation (RC) drill holes are planned, totaling 3,700 m, to explore the Kanona North Target. The company also reported past challenges at the Grootfontein Project, including a canceled airborne survey due to military restrictions. Despite setbacks, ongoing exploration continues to show promise for gold mineralization.
Namibia Critical Metals Inc. has provided an update on its Lofdal Heavy Rare Earth Dysprosium-Terbium Project. The company successfully mined 34,500 tonnes from the Area 4 deposit as part of a starter pit for bulk sampling. A total of 300 tonnes of this material will undergo crushing and screening for sorting tests, with results expected in early January 2022. The project is being developed in partnership with JOGMEC, focusing on supplying Japan with dysprosium and terbium, essential for high-tech applications. Namibia Critical Metals holds a 95% interest in the project.
Namibia Critical Metals Inc. (OTC PINK: NMREF) announced its membership in the Rare Earth Industry Association (REIA) on November 4, 2021. The REIA represents the global rare earth element industry, aiming to enhance understanding of the REE value chain. Darrin Campbell, President, emphasized the importance of engaging with key stakeholders as the Lofdal Heavy Rare Earth Dysprosium-Terbium Project progresses in collaboration with JOGMEC. The joint venture allows JOGMEC to fund project phases, securing a 40% interest while ensuring no dilution of NMI’s equity.
Namibia Critical Metals Inc. has made significant progress in its Lofdal Heavy Rare Earth Project, completing 14,000 m of diamond drilling in the last 8 months. Key highlights include a 60% extension of the Area 4 deposit with a highest grade intercept of 1,773 ppm Dy2O3, and successful resource drilling at Area 2B. An updated resource estimate is expected by the end of March 2021. The joint venture with JOGMEC continues to play a crucial role in funding and support, with a budget of CD$4,100,000 for ongoing exploration.