Selous PGM Project Feasibility Study Indicates at ...

Selous PGM Project Feasibility Study Indicates at least 35 Years LOM

Mining Zimbabwe

Pan-African miner, Bravura Group expects a life of mine exceeding 35 years at it's Selous Platinum Group Metals project.

The Selous PGM project is set to be one of the largest platinum projects in the country and is expected to contribute significantly to the national GDP.

Bravura Group General Manager Gbenga Ojo said the company has drilled over 40 000 metres to a maximum depth of over a kilometre.

Independent consultant SRK has verified the resource, and the company is preparing for the excavation of a box cut at the Selous PGM project.

"Regarding the life of mine at Selous, we are completing our feasibility study. We conducted over 40 000 metres of drilling to a maximum depth of over a kilometre, verified by independent consultant SRK.

“We are confident in the measured resource and expect a life of mine exceeding 35 years, with further phases to follow,” he said.

He also emphasised the company's commitment to local content, noting that 90% of it's current employees are local.

"In terms of employment, we prioritise local hiring and skill transfer. Currently, 90% of our staff are Zimbabweans. We do not engage in contract mining, all equipment and personnel are in-house, mitigating operational risks.

"As part of our Environmental Impact Assessment, we include closure plans. We have already obtained an EIA certificate for Kamativi and are finalising the EIA application for Selous.

“We are transparent with the government regarding our closure plans. We think globally and stay attuned to global developments,” he said.

Regarding the Kamativi dump processing plant, Ojo revealed that the installation of the plant will take six to seven months, with operations expected to commence next year.