UPDATE: Robex Resources Inc has successfully poured its first gold bar weighing 2.64 kilograms (85 oz) at the Kiniéro Gold Project in Guinea, marking a significant milestone that was completed on schedule and within budget. The first gold pour, reported just moments ago, underscores Robex’s commitment to operational excellence and safety, with the team achieving nearly 5 million hours worked without a Lost Time Injury (LTI).
The Kiniéro project’s processing plant is ramping up operations smoothly, achieving recoveries in line with feasibility expectations. Open-pit mining is already underway at the South Sabali starter pit, with ore stockpiles accumulating on the run-of-mine pad. The plant is expected to reach its nameplate capacity by early Q1 CY2026, setting the stage for robust gold production.
Matthew Wilcox, Managing Director and CEO of Robex, emphasized the achievement:
“This is a major milestone for Robex, and every member of our team should be proud of what we have accomplished together at Kiniéro. Completing construction and commencing gold production is the culmination of 17 months of dedication and hard work.”
This success reflects Robex’s sixth consecutive successful project delivery in the past 15 years—each on time and on budget. The operational update reveals that commissioning activities are progressing optimally, with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems meeting design specifications.
In addition, Robex has secured an exclusive option to buy back the Mansounia royalties, currently set at a tiered rate of 3% NSR for the first 150,000 oz of gold produced. The buyback includes a $1 million non-refundable option fee, with a total payment of $20 million due upon exercise. This strategic move positions Robex to enhance its profitability as it ramps up production.
Kiniéro now stands as Robex’s second producing asset alongside the Nampala project in Mali, which is projected to yield between 46,000 to 48,000 oz of gold annually. The successful delivery of the Kiniéro project reinforces the rationale for Robex’s proposed merger with Predictive Discovery, aimed at creating a tier-1 gold mining hub in West Africa. This merger is poised to combine the Kiniéro and Bankan projects, with estimated production exceeding 400,000 ounces annually by 2029.
The momentum at Kiniéro not only signifies growth for Robex but also highlights the potential for economic development in Guinea, a nation rich in mineral resources. As operations advance, stakeholders will be watching closely for further updates as commercial production transitions into full swing.
Follow Robex Resources as they embark on this promising venture, which is expected to have a profound impact on the local economy and the gold market in West Africa. For more information, visit [Robex’s official website](http://www.robexgold.com).
