Antler Gold says its operations are not affected by the Namibian government’s decision to reserve the Onkoshi gold occurrence in the Kunene Region.
The company said the occurrence referenced in the government decision is not related to Antler Gold’s Onkoshi Project, as it is not located in the area targeted by the recent decision.
The move follows Cabinet meetings held on 24 and 31 March 2026, which endorsed the reservation of the Onkoshi gold occurrence from prospecting and mining operations in terms of Section 122(1) of the Minerals (Prospecting and Mining) Act, Act No. 33 of 1992, subject to consultation with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism.
Cabinet has authorised the Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy to gazette the withdrawal, effectively blocking exploration and mining activity in the specified area.
Authorities have also been instructed to tighten security at the site.
The decision is aimed at safeguarding strategic mineral resources while balancing environmental protection and national security considerations.
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