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Mpama South tin project, Democratic Republic of Congo

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29th April 2022

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Mpama South tin project.

Location
Democratic Republic of Congo.

Project Owner/s
Alphamin Resources.

Project Description
Mpama South has indicated mineral resources of 830 000 t grading 2.58% tin for 21 520 t of tin, and inferred resources of 1.95-million tonnes grading 2.52% tin for 49 120 t of tin.

A preliminary economic assessment completed on the project in March 2022 estimates contained tin production at 7 232 t/y.

Total run-of-mine (RoM) ore processed is estimated at 2.07-million tonnes, with average annualised RoM mined and processed estimated at 468 000 t grading 2.21% tin.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.

Capital Expenditure
$115.97-million.

Planned Start/End Date
The project has an estimated 20-month construction timeline.

Latest Developments
In anticipation of further resource updates during 2022, including from in-fill drilling, Alphamin will proceed with the appointment of an engineering, procurement and construction management contractor, detailed development scheduling and design work.

Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Bara Consulting (mining studies).

Contact Details for Project Information
Alphamin Resources, tel +230 269 4166 or email info@perrieriitsolutions.com.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Magazine Managing Editor

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