RE: Sunday Roast22 Feb 2026 14:43
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1. Molefe Mine Expansion – Strong Geological Signals & Tier‑1 Potential
Operational performance
Molefe has rapidly scaled up following first production last year and is now a major contributor to the group’s copper output.
Two drill rigs are operating continuously to advance resource definition and mine‑blend planning.
The site has undergone a significant transformation with improved roads, upgraded infrastructure and preparations for on‑site processing.
Geological potential
Current visible strike length spans pits 1–9, potentially 7–9km of shallow, open‑cast reef.
Early geological work indicates a possible parallel/repeated reef structure, which would significantly expand the resource footprint.
The CEO signalled confidence that Molefe could ultimately evolve into a Tier‑1 copper system, explaining the continued acquisition of adjacent ground.
Near‑term processing uplift
A first on‑site processing module is expected to be installed within weeks, enabling grade uplift from roughly 0.7% to 2–2.5% copper for material sent to Sable.
Assay delays in Zambia are slowing formal release of drill results, but early data is already informing mine plans.
2. Large Waste Rock Project – Advancing Toward Commercialisation
Asset scale
Jubilee continues to progress its very large waste rock stockpile in Zambia, estimated at around 250 million tonnes.
This remains largely unrecognised in the current market valuation.
Partner negotiations
The project has been narrowed to two preferred partners, with commercial terms under negotiation.
Jubilee is now negotiating from a much stronger position than in earlier years due to the improved understanding and increased perceived value of the asset.
Processing approach
Initial modules are designed to produce >1–1.5% copper concentrate from 50,000 t/month blocks.
Additional upgrading to higher‑grade concentrate can be done either internally or by partnering with nearby established refineries.
Timeline
The project is expected to be either operating or near commissioning within the next 18 months and is positioned as a major medium‑term growth driver.
3. Sable Refinery Will Reach Full Capacity From Molefe Alone (12–18 Months)
Current performance
Sable’s copper output is increasingly driven by oxide feed, which supports strong cathode production and full-value realisations.
Capacity constraints emerging
As Molefe continues to ramp, Sable is expected to reach full capacity within the next 12–18 months, fed predominantly by Molefe alone.
This is likely to displace Rowan feed from Sable.
Rowan’s new pathway
Rowan is expected to increasingly process and leach its own production and may ultimately justify a standalone refinery, similar to Sable, as volumes rise.
Valuation disconnect
Management believes the market does not properly reflect:
Molefe’s emerging scale
The large waste rock project
Rowan’s stable output
Sable’s strategic importance
Remaining