Questions for upcoming presentation11 Jun 2025 09:19
Below are questions I submitted on investor presentation dashboard.
Quick question - have people submitted multiple questions in one go or submitted each question individually.
I'd hate for my questions to be missed because they say one question max per shareholder.
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1. Major Works Timeline The RNS dated 6 June 2025 states KEFI was “targeting to commence Major Works in October 2024”, but we are now in June 2025 and no update or confirmation has been given.
Could you clarify why this has not been acknowledged, and what the revised expected start date is?
2. Impact on Production Schedule Assuming Major Works have not yet begun, how does this affect the overall timeline toward full production at Tulu Kapi?
Is KEFI still targeting mid-to-late 2027 for first gold?
If so, what mitigation measures are being used to stay on track?
3. Project Financing Status The $320 million project financing is described as “very close to completion.”
Could you please outline the final steps that remain before financial close, and whether a target drawdown window has been set with syndicate partners?
4. Dividend Policy Outlook Edison research has referenced potential dividends of ~0.56p from FY28.
Can you clarify whether KEFI plans to introduce a formal dividend policy post-production, and when such guidance might be issued?
5. Seasonal Risks and Construction Delays How is the Ethiopian rainy season factored into construction scheduling?
What is the expected impact on works if weather conditions are unfavourable, and what is the longest delay currently built into the plan?
6. Construction Milestones
Has EPC contractor mobilisation begun? If not, when is it expected?
Could you also outline the intended construction sequence (e.g. processing plant, tailings, infrastructure) and whether a revised Gantt chart will be released in 2025?
7. Funding Plan for Saudi Projects With continued development needed at Hawiah and Jibal Qutman,
how does KEFI intend to fund future work in Saudi Arabia?
Will this require additional equity or can it be managed through internal cash flow or JV contributions?