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Fortuna Metals flags heavy rare earth and graphite upside at Malawi’s Mkanda project

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  • Fortuna Metals reported elevated heavy rare earths and graphite at Mkanda, confirming monazite and xenotime and similarities to the Kasiya deposit.
  • Ongoing metallurgical work and strong graphite credits could boost Mkanda’s economics and support Malawi’s role in global critical mineral supply chains.
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Fortuna Metals flags heavy rare earth and graphite upside at Malawi’s Mkanda project

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An announcement from Frontier Resources Limited ( (AU:FUN) ) is now available.

Fortuna Metals has reported promising heavy rare earth and graphite drilling results from its Mkanda rutile and graphite project in Malawi, with assays showing elevated levels of high-value elements including Dysprosium, Terbium, Yttrium and NdPr, and confirmation of monazite and xenotime mineralisation. The company notes strong geological similarities to Sovereign Metals’ world-class Kasiya deposit, including higher graphite grades with depth, and sees potential for a low-cost rare earth by-product stream and significant by-product graphite credits, enhancing Mkanda’s strategic importance as Malawi seeks a larger role in global critical minerals supply.

Further metallurgical test work in Johannesburg will refine the rare earth characterisation and may increase recoveries through adjusted magnetic separation, while ongoing drilling across a large project area supports Fortuna’s ambition to transition from exploration to a key global titanium supplier. Management highlights growing international interest in Malawi’s critical minerals, citing recent multilateral and government engagement that points to a favourable investment backdrop, which could amplify the project’s value for shareholders and the country’s mining sector if resource targets are met.

More about Frontier Resources Limited

Fortuna Metals Limited is an Australia-listed exploration company focused on rutile, graphite and rare earth elements, with its flagship Mkanda project located in Malawi, Africa. The company aims to develop large-scale, long-life critical mineral deposits, positioning itself within the titanium, graphite and heavy rare earth supply chains that support advanced technologies and energy transition markets.

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