Description
Over N$ 1.6 million has been spent on exploration of the area and also in assisting the unemployed small miners of Uis. Funds were provided by various donor agencies. Presently limited small-scale mining continues and the ore is transported by road to the small plant in Uis where water is available. Namibia Small Miners’ Assistance Centre (NSMAC) also investigates the possibility of the on site dry separation process, to reduce transport costs of the low-grade ore to Uis. NSMAC seeks funds to the amount US$ 0.5 million from donor agencies or a possible joint venture partner to: carry out further exploration work to define more resources, conduct a feasibility study, and provide additional mining and processing plant equipment and also to provide initial working capital.
Location
Uis is located 123 km west of Omaruru and 120 kilometres north-east of Henties Bay. The TransKalahari tarred road and the main railway line are about 100 kilometres south of Uis.
Cost
US$ 0.5 million for pre-feasibility studies
Status
Project is still in pre-feasibility stage
Project Requirements
US$500 000 is required to complete the feasibility programme, either by a possible joint venture partner or by a financial institution.