Andrada Mining Boosts Tin Production with High-Grade Goantagab Orebody in Namibia
Andrada Mining, the operator of the Uis Tin Mine in Namibia, has secured a new source of high-grade tin feedstock from the Goantagab orebody, located in the Kunene Region.
This strategic development is expected to significantly increase throughput and production capacity at the Uis facility, leveraging the Goantagab deposit’s historically high tin grades of up to 1.75%.
The Goantagab deposit was extensively drilled by Gold Fields Namibia during the 1980s, establishing a non-JORC-compliant resource of over two million tonnes with an average tin grade of 0.95%.
In addition, grab samples have identified zones with exceptionally high tin concentrations exceeding 17%, highlighting the substantial potential of the orebody.
To date, approximately 20,000 meters of drilling have been completed, with further exploration opportunities remaining.
To secure the ore supply, Andrada Mining has entered into an ore supply and profit-sharing agreement between its subsidiary, Uis Tin Mining Company (UTMC), and Goantagab Mining, which acts on behalf of the mining claim owners.
UTMC has also signed a management agreement with Brica Mining Namibia, the parent company of Goantagab Mining, to oversee the operation of a newly announced 100-tonne-per-hour (t/h) jig plant at Uis.
The integration of high-grade material from Goantagab into Andrada’s operations is set to drive a rapid increase in production.
The new 100 t/h jig plant will operate alongside existing infrastructure, optimizing ore processing and maximizing output. The close proximity of the Goantagab orebody to the Uis facility minimizes transportation challenges and costs, further improving operational efficiency.
Andrada expects that the accelerated commissioning of the jig plant, combined with the high-grade nature of the Goantagab ore, will significantly enhance production metrics and overall profitability.
In a further step to strengthen its position in Namibia’s tin sector, Andrada has secured an option to acquire 100% of Goantagab Mining’s shares for $15 million, subject to certain conditions.
This potential acquisition reflects the company’s long-term strategy to consolidate key assets and unlock value from untapped resources.
The historical tin grades and remaining exploration upside at Goantagab position it as a promising source of high-margin feedstock.
This aligns with Andrada Mining’s broader objective of expanding its resource base and reinforcing its competitive edge in the global tin market.
