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Rössing Uranium life-of-mine extension, Namibia

19th May 2023

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Rössing Uranium life-of-mine (LoM) extension.

Location
Namibia.

Project Owner/s
Rössing Uranium.

Project Description
The project aims to extend the LoM of the mine from 2026 to 2036, underpinned by a north-eastern extension of the openpit.

Included in the project is the extension of the tailings storage facility and the processing plant, as well as infrastructure upgrades.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
The push-back will start in 2023, as uranium production continues from the current operations, known as Phase 2 and Phase 3. Production will begin from Phase 4 in 2026.

Latest Developments
The board approved the project in February 2023.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Rössing Uranium corporate communications department, tel +264 64 520 9111 or email RUL.communications@rossing.com.na.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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