香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告之內容概不 負 責，對 其 準 確 性 或 完 整 性 亦 不 發 表 任 何 聲 明，並 明 確 表 示，概 不 對 因 本 公 告 全部或任何部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責 任。 （於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：621） 截至二零二五年三月三十一日止年度 全年業績公告 全年業績 Taung Gold International Limited（壇 金 礦 業 有 限 公 司*）（「本公司」）董 事 會（「董事會」） 欣 然 宣 佈 本 公 司 及 其 附 屬 公 司（統 稱「本集團」）截 至 二 零 二 五 年 三 月 三 十 一 日 止 年 度 之 經 審 核 綜 合 全 年 業 績（連 同 截 至 二 零 二 四 年 三 月 三 十 一 日 止 年 度 之 比 較 數 字）如 下： 綜合損益及其他全面收益表 截至二零二五年三月三十一日止年度 | | | | | | | | | | | | | 二零二五年 | 二零二四年 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ...

Financial Performance - The company reported a net loss of HKD 8.539 million for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a net loss of HKD 9.904 million in the same period last year[5] - Total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 168.414 million, a significant improvement from a comprehensive loss of HKD 181.751 million in the previous year[5] - Basic and diluted loss per share for the period was HK 0.04 cents, an improvement from HK 0.05 cents in the same period last year[8] - The company reported a basic and diluted loss per share of HK$0.04 for the period, compared to HK$0.05 in the same period last year[60] - Total pre-tax loss for the period was HK$8.539 million, including unallocated other income of HK$1.008 million and unallocated corporate expenses of HK$5.441 million[36] - Total pre-tax loss improved from HK$9.904 million in 2023 to HK$8.539 million in 2024[39] - Other income decreased from HK$1.593 million in 2023 to HK$1.157 million in 2024, primarily due to lower bank deposit interest income[42] - Net other gains and losses improved significantly, from a net loss of HK$301,000 in 2023 to a net gain of HK$354,000 in 2024[42] - Employee costs (including directors' remuneration) decreased slightly from HK$5.652 million in 2023 to HK$5.474 million in 2024[47] Assets and Liabilities - The company's mining assets increased to HKD 2.707 billion as of September 30, 2024, up from HKD 2.529 billion as of March 31, 2024[11] - Total assets less current liabilities stood at HKD 2.832 billion as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 2.663 billion as of March 31, 2024[11] - The company's equity attributable to owners increased to HKD 2.261 billion as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 2.128 billion as of March 31, 2024[13] - Non-controlling interests in the company's equity rose to HKD 558.533 million as of September 30, 2024, up from HKD 523.292 million as of March 31, 2024[13] - The company's reserves increased to HKD 2.079 billion as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 1.946 billion as of March 31, 2024[13] - The company's capital-to-debt ratio is 0 as of September 30, 2024, with total assets of HKD 2,839,791,000[62] - The company has no outstanding bank borrowings or bank financing as of September 30, 2024[62] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Operating cash outflow increased to HKD 21.485 million in the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 11.302 million in the same period in 2023[17] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by HKD 24.745 million in the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a decrease of HKD 12.009 million in the same period in 2023[17] - The company's cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were HKD 84.179 million, down from HKD 108.868 million at the beginning of the period[17] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 84,179,000 as of September 30, 2024, from HKD 108,868,000 on March 31, 2024[62] Financial Reporting Standards - The company applied new Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (HKFRS) amendments effective from April 1, 2024, with no significant impact on financial performance[25] - The company expects that the adoption of future HKFRS amendments will not have a material impact on its financial statements, except for certain specific amendments[27] - The company is evaluating the impact of HKFRS 9 amendments related to the classification and measurement of financial instruments, which may affect disclosures but not financial performance[29] - HKFRS 18, which will replace HKAS 1, aims to improve transparency and comparability of financial performance data, with potential impacts on the company's financial statement presentation[30] Mining Projects - The company reported a segment loss of HK$4.068 million in gold exploration and development in South Africa for the six months ended September 30, 2024[36] - Compared to the same period in 2023, the segment loss in gold exploration and development decreased from HK$4.802 million to HK$4.068 million[39] - The Jeanette project has a total capital cost of USD 1,252 million over a 22-year mine life, with a cash operating cost of USD 521 per ounce[72] - The Evander project has a total capital cost of USD 1,126 million over a 20-year mine life, with a cash operating cost of USD 704 per ounce[80] - Expenditure on the Jeanette project during the period ending September 30, 2024, was ZAR 5.22 million[74] - Expenditure on the Evander project during the period ending September 30, 2024, was ZAR 2.91 million[84] - Jeanette project financing arrangements are expected to be finalized between Q3 2024 and Q2 2025, with construction set to begin in Q3 2025 and production starting in 2028[92] - Evander project construction is planned to commence in 2027, with production expected to start in 2032 and continue until 2049[94] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code as outlined in Appendix C1 of the Listing Rules for the six months ended September 30, 2024[108] - No directors or key executives held any interests or short positions in the company's shares or related securities as of September 30, 2024[100] - The company has no knowledge of any employees violating the written guidelines on securities trading[110] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, discussed accounting principles, internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting with the company's management[111] - The audit committee reviewed and discussed the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the six months ended September 30, 2024, with the company's management[111] - The company or its subsidiaries did not purchase, sell, or redeem any shares or other listed securities during the reporting period[112] Shareholding and Ownership - Goldborn Holdings Limited holds 11.03% of the company's issued shares as of September 30, 2024[102] - Mandra Materials Limited, Mandra Esop Limited, and Woo Foong Hong Limited collectively hold 5.89% of the company's issued shares, with Zhang Songyi owning 50% of these entities[102] - The company has not issued or exercised any share options under the 2020 Share Option Plan as of September 30, 2024[99] Risk Management and Strategy - The company focuses on reducing business risks by maintaining long-term relationships with established clients[62] - The company is monitoring foreign exchange risks and may consider hedging if deemed necessary[65] - The company is identifying short-term gold mining assets for potential acquisition[67] - The company is engaging with potential investors, including Chinese state-owned enterprises, for investment in its mining assets, with several confidentiality agreements signed[94] Employee and Operational Details - The total number of employees as of September 30, 2024, is 24, consistent with the previous count on March 31, 2024[98] - No interim dividend was declared for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year's policy[61] - The report was issued by the Chairman and Executive Director of Tanjin Mining Limited on November 28, 2024[113]

Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a total revenue of HKD 1,157,000, a decrease of 27.3% compared to HKD 1,593,000 for the same period in 2023[2] - The company recorded a pre-tax loss of HKD 8,539,000, which is an improvement of 13.8% from a pre-tax loss of HKD 9,904,000 in the previous year[2] - The total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 168,414,000, compared to a comprehensive loss of HKD 181,751,000 in the same period last year[6] - Basic and diluted loss per share for the period was HKD 0.04, unchanged from the previous year[6] - The company reported a loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 7,400,000, compared to a loss of HKD 8,876,000 for the same period in 2023, representing a decrease in loss of about 16.6%[48] - The basic and diluted loss per share for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was HKD 0.04, compared to HKD 0.05 for the same period in 2023[48] Assets and Liabilities - The company's net assets increased to HKD 2,819,418,000 as of September 30, 2024, up from HKD 2,651,004,000 as of March 31, 2024[18] - The company's non-current assets totaled HKD 2,744,089,000, an increase from HKD 2,564,448,000 as of March 31, 2024[15] - As of September 30, 2024, the company had no outstanding bank borrowings, maintaining a capital debt ratio of zero, with total assets approximately HKD 2,839,791,000[50] Cash and Cash Equivalents - The company reported cash and cash equivalents of HKD 84,179,000, down from HKD 108,868,000 at the end of the previous reporting period[11] - The company’s cash and cash equivalents balance as of September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 84,179,000, down from HKD 108,868,000 as of March 31, 2024[50] Expenses - The company’s administrative and operating expenses decreased to HKD 10,012,000 from HKD 11,153,000 in the previous year, reflecting a cost reduction strategy[2] - The company’s total expenses for the six months ended September 30, 2024, included employee costs of HKD 5,474,000, slightly down from HKD 5,652,000 in the same period of 2023[41] - The company reported a decrease in bank deposit interest income to HKD 1,013,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, down from HKD 1,337,000 in the same period of 2023[38] - The company’s financial expenses related to lease liabilities interest were HKD 29,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024[34] Dividends - The company did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to no dividend for the same period in 2023[42] - The board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024[49] Projects and Operations - The Jeanette project has an estimated total capital cost of USD 1,252 million and a cash operating cost of USD 521 per ounce of gold[58] - The feasibility study for the Jeanette project concluded that it should be executed in phases, with a projected gold extraction of 6.4 million ounces over a 22-year mine life[58] - The company has not conducted any mining or production activities during the review period[55] - The company is focusing on updating mining methods and cost data for the Jeanette project in collaboration with Minxcon, a reputable mining service provider in South Africa[54] - The company has received approval for the second five-year social and labor plan related to the Jeanette project, aimed at alleviating poverty in surrounding communities[54] - The Evander project has extracted 4.1 million ounces of gold during its lifespan, with an estimated initial capital cost of $875 million and total capital cost of $1,126 million[63] - The cash operating cost for the Evander project is $704 per ounce, while the sustainable total cost is $754 per ounce, and the total cost is $991 per ounce[63] - Total expenditure for the Jeanette project as of September 30, 2024, amounts to 5.22 million Rand, with specific costs including 1.75 million Rand for consultants and service providers, 2.90 million Rand for personnel, and 0.57 million Rand for indirect expenses[60] - The company plans to finalize the EPC contract for the Jeanette project by December 2024, with construction expected to commence in Q3 2025 and production starting from 2028 to 2049[72] - The Evander project is set to undergo a research phase for mining plans, including dewatering operations, from Q3 2025 to Q4 2025[73] - The company has engaged Minxcon to update the cost data for the Evander project, which will cover capital costs and engineering quantities[66] - The Jeanette project aims to secure financing arrangements with stakeholders between Q3 2024 and Q2 2025[72] - The company has committed to focusing on the Jeanette project due to its lower capital costs and quicker initial production timeline compared to the Evander project[70] - The Evander project is expected to have a mining lifespan of 20 years[63] - The company plans to notify shareholders of any significant developments regarding the projects as they progress[70] - The company engaged with multiple potential investors regarding its mining projects in late September 2024, including several state-owned enterprises from China[75] - The average time from discovery to production for mines is approximately 16 years, with an increasing trend in the average construction time for mines[75] Governance and Compliance - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code as of September 30, 2024, for the past six months[77] - The audit committee, composed of three independent non-executive directors, has discussed accounting principles, internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting matters with management[81] - There were no purchases, sales, or redemptions of the company's listed securities during the reporting period[82] - The interim report will be published on the relevant websites, containing all information required by the listing rules[83] Financial Reporting Standards - The company has applied new amendments to Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, which did not have a significant impact on the financial position or performance for the period[23] - The company expects that the adoption of new Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards will not have a significant impact on its financial position or performance[27] - The company anticipates that the new financial reporting standards will enhance the transparency and comparability of financial performance information[29] - The company has not recognized any tax provisions for both Hong Kong and South Africa due to the absence of taxable profits during the periods[39]

Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2023, the company reported a loss before tax of HKD 9,904,000, compared to a loss of HKD 7,942,000 for the same period in 2022, representing a 24.5% increase in losses[3] - The net loss attributable to the owners of the company was HKD 8,876,000 for the period, compared to HKD 4,379,000 in 2022, indicating a 102.3% increase in losses[4] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 181,751,000, a decrease from HKD 622,699,000 in the same period last year, showing a reduction of 70.8%[4] - The basic and diluted loss per share for the period was HKD 0.05, compared to HKD 0.02 in the previous year, indicating an increase in loss per share of 150%[4] - The company reported cumulative losses of HKD (11,302) thousand for the period, reflecting ongoing operational challenges[12] - The company reported a basic loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 8,876,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 4,379,000 for the same period in 2022, representing an increase in loss of 102%[39] Income and Expenses - Total other income increased to HKD 1,593,000 in 2023 from HKD 800,000 in 2022, marking a significant growth of 99.1%[4] - The company's administrative and operating expenses rose to HKD 11,153,000, up from HKD 8,365,000 in the previous year, reflecting a 33.5% increase[4] - The company recorded total other income of HKD 1,593,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, compared to HKD 800,000 for the same period in 2022, representing a 99% increase[26] - The company reported total expenses of HKD 6,041,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2023, which includes unallocated corporate expenses[21] Cash Flow and Assets - The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased to HKD 121,385,000 from HKD 136,708,000, representing a decline of 11.2%[7] - As of September 30, 2023, the company's total assets less current liabilities stood at HKD 2,635,854,000, down from HKD 2,817,366,000 as of March 31, 2023, a decline of 6.5%[8] - Non-current assets totaled HKD 2,517,110,000 as of September 30, 2023, compared to HKD 2,683,639,000 at the end of the previous fiscal year, a decrease of 6.2%[7] - The company's equity attributable to owners decreased to HKD 2,105,806,000 from HKD 2,248,520,000, reflecting a decline of 6.3%[8] - The total cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period decreased to HKD 121,385 thousand from HKD 150,303 thousand in 2022[12] - The net decrease in cash and cash equivalents for the period was HKD (12,009) thousand, compared to HKD (21,795) thousand in the prior year[12] Project Developments - The Jeanette project has an estimated initial capital cost of USD 771 million, with a total capital cost of USD 1,252 million over its lifespan[48] - The Jeanette project is projected to produce 6.4 million ounces of gold over its lifespan, with a cash operating cost of USD 521 per ounce[48] - The Evander project has an estimated mineral resource of 19.64 million tons containing 4.29 million ounces of gold, with an average grade of 6.80 grams per ton[49] - The Evander project has an estimated initial capital cost of $875 million and a total capital cost of $1,126 million over a 20-year mine life, with cash operating costs of $704 per ounce[51] - The total gold mined during the project life is projected to be 4.1 million ounces, resulting in a total cost of $991 per ounce[51] - The Jeanette project financing phase is expected to be finalized between Q3 2024 and Q2 2025, with construction planned from Q3 2025 to the end of 2027[59] - The Evander project research phase is scheduled for Q3 2025 to Q4 2025, with financing arrangements to be finalized in 2026[60] Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code as of September 30, 2023[70] - The audit committee consists of three independent non-executive directors who reviewed the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the six months ending September 30, 2023[73] - The company has established written guidelines for employees regarding securities trading, which are as stringent as the standard code[71] - There are no known violations of the written guidelines by employees[71] Shareholder Information - The company did not declare an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year[32] - The board of directors did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2023, consistent with the previous year[40] - As of September 30, 2023, Goldborn Holdings Limited holds 2,001,362,075 shares, representing 11.03% of the total equity[68] - Mandra Materials Limited owns 777,434,722 shares, accounting for 4.28% of the total equity[68] - Mandra Esop Limited has 16,238,369 shares, which is 0.09% of the total equity[68] - Woo Foong Hong Limited possesses 276,530,727 shares, making up 1.52% of the total equity[68] - There are no short positions recorded in the company's shares or related shares as of September 30, 2023[69] Operational Status - The company has not conducted any mining or production activities during the reporting period, focusing instead on project planning and community engagement[43] - The company has a total of 24 employees as of September 30, 2023, consistent with the previous reporting period[62] - The company has not granted or exercised any options under the 2020 share option plan as of September 30, 2023[63] - The company did not purchase, sell, or redeem any of its shares or other listed securities during the reporting period[73]

智通财经APP讯，坛金矿业(00621)发布公告，集团的主要业务为投资控股、矿产贸易及勘探、开发及开采位于南非的金矿及相关矿物。尽管公司的股份暂停买卖，集团的营运在所有重大方面均如常进行。 如第二份季度更新所披露，专家团队及其他专业人士(包括南非采矿专家及财务顾问)正在(其中包括)对Jeanette项目的采矿计划进行审阅和修订，并继续加快对可行性研究进行更新，以编制及落实采矿资产估值及减值评估以及核数师的进一步工作。公司初步估计专家团队的调查结果及评估结果将于2024年3月或左右备妥，全年及中期业绩随后可于2024年四月中旬左右前刊发，而年报及中期报告则可于2024年五月左右前寄发。 然而，董事会希望向公司股东及潜在投资者更新最新情况，由于南非采矿专家正在落实Jeanette项目的采矿计划及现金流预测更新，专家团队的调查结果及评估结果需要延迟。因此，全年及中期业绩的刊发及年报及中期报告的寄发将相应进一步延迟。 根据与专家团队及其他专业人士的最新讨论，并视彼等工作进度及核数师的审核，公司初步预期专家团队的调查结果及评估结果将于2024年四月初前备妥，全年及中期业绩随后可于2024年四月底左右前刊发，而年报及中期 ...

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告之內容概不 負責，對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告 全部或任何部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責 任。 （於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：621） 截 至 二 零 二 三 年 三 月 三 十 一 日 止 年 度 未 經 審 核 全 年 業 績 公 告 未經審核全年業績 茲提述本公司日期為二零二三年六月二十九日的公告（「該公告」），內容有關延 遲刊發全年業績。除文義另有所指外，本公告所用詞彙與該公告所界定者具有 相同涵義。 鑒於下文「未經審核全年業績之審閱」一節所述原因，Taung Gold International Limited （壇金礦業有限公司*）（「本公司」）及其附屬公司（統稱「本集團」）截至二零二三年 三月三十一日止年度之全年業績之審核程序尚未完成，而本公司未能根據香 港聯合交易所有限公司（「聯交所」）證券上市規則（「上市規則」）第13.49條於二零 二三年六月三十日刊發獲本公司核數師同意之全年業績公告。 ...

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告之內容概不 負 責，對 其 準 確 性 或 完 整 性 亦 不 發 表 任 何 聲 明，並 明 確 表 示，概 不 對 因 本 公 告 全部或任何部分內容而產生或因依賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責 任。 （於百慕達註冊成立之有限公司） （股份代號：621） 截至二零二三年三月三十一日止年度未經審核全年業績公告 未經審核全年業績 茲 提 述 本 公 司 日 期 為 二 零 二 三 年 六 月 二 十 九 日 的 公 告（「該公告」），內 容 有 關 延 遲 刊 發 全 年 業 績。除 文 義 另 有 所 指 外，本 公 告 所 用 詞 彙 與 該 公 告 所 界 定 者 具 有 相 同 涵 義。 鑒於下文「未經審核全年業績之審閱」一節所述原因，Taung Gold International Limited （壇 金 礦 業 有 限 公 司*）（「本公司」）及 其 附 屬 公 司（統 稱「本集團」）截 至 二 零 二 三 年 三 月 三 十 一 日 止 年 度 之 全 年 業 績 之 審 核 程 序 尚 未 完 成，而 本 公 司 未 能 根 據 香 ...

Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2022, the company reported a loss before tax of HKD 7,942,000, an improvement from a loss of HKD 10,858,000 in the same period last year, representing a decrease of approximately 26.5%[6] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 622,699,000, significantly higher than HKD 68,793,000 in the previous year, indicating an increase of approximately 804.5%[8] - The basic and diluted loss per share for the period was HKD 0.02, compared to HKD 0.05 in the same period last year, indicating an improvement of 60%[8] - The company recorded a basic loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 4,379,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2022, compared to a loss of HKD 9,726,000 for the same period in 2021, representing a 55% improvement in losses year-over-year[50] - The group reported a total loss before tax of HKD (7,942) thousand for the six months ended September 30, 2022, compared to a loss of HKD (10,858) thousand in the same period of 2021[25] Income and Expenses - Other income increased to HKD 800,000 from HKD 428,000 year-on-year, reflecting a growth of approximately 86.9%[6] - The company reported a significant foreign exchange loss of HKD 614,757,000 during the period, compared to a loss of HKD 57,935,000 in the previous year, reflecting a substantial increase in foreign exchange impact[6] - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2022, was HKD (18,134) thousand, compared to HKD (15,210) thousand for the same period in 2021[17] - The net cash used in investing activities for the six months ended September 30, 2022, was HKD (3,103) thousand, a significant decrease from HKD 26,802 thousand in 2021[17] - The net cash used in financing activities for the six months ended September 30, 2022, was HKD (558) thousand, compared to HKD 1,795 thousand in the previous year[17] Assets and Liabilities - The company's non-current assets decreased to HKD 2,649,348,000 from HKD 3,263,383,000, a decline of about 18.8%[11] - The total equity attributable to the owners of the company decreased to HKD 2,249,238,000 from HKD 2,739,897,000, representing a decrease of approximately 17.9%[13] - The company’s total liabilities decreased to HKD 5,157,000 from HKD 7,841,000, a reduction of approximately 34.1%[11] - The company’s cash and cash equivalents as of September 30, 2022, were HKD 150,303,000, down from HKD 163,168,000 at the end of the previous reporting period, a decrease of approximately 7.9%[11] - The total cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period was HKD 150,303 thousand, down from HKD 176,702 thousand at the end of the same period in 2021[17] Project Developments - The Evander project has an estimated mineral resource of 19.64 million tons containing 4.29 million ounces of gold, with an average grade of 6.80 grams per ton[58] - The company invested approximately ZAR 2.02 million in the Evander project during the review period[58] - The Jeanette project has an estimated total gold extraction of 2.89 million ounces, with an initial capital cost of $523.5 million[74] - The project has a mine life of 22 years, with a payback period of 8.7 years[74] - The company focused on the Jeanette project due to its lower capital costs and quicker delivery time for initial production compared to the Evander project[84] Corporate Actions - The company did not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2022, consistent with the previous year[41] - The company decided not to proceed with the proposed acquisition and terminated the agreement, resulting in the return of HKD 30,000,000 as a deposit[80] - The company terminated the sale agreement for its 100% interest in HIL due to the potential buyer's inability to provide sufficient funding[93] - The remaining deposit of HKD 30,000,000 is to be returned by the seller by December 31, 2022[80] Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code during the six months ending September 30, 2022, with minor deviations noted[108] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the six months ending September 30, 2022[112] - There were no purchases, sales, or redemptions of the company's shares or other listed securities during the reporting period[113] Employee and Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2022, the total number of employees was 24, consistent with the previous quarter[94] - Goldborn Holdings Limited holds 2,001,362,075 shares, representing 11.03% of the total issued shares[102] - Mandra Materials Limited owns 777,434,722 shares, accounting for 4.28% of the total issued shares[102] - The company has no short positions in its shares or related securities as of September 30, 2022[107] - The new share option plan allows for the issuance of up to 1,815,147,198 shares, representing 10% of the issued share capital as of August 28, 2020[95] - The company has not granted or exercised any options under the new share option plan as of September 30, 2022[95]

Company Transition and Projects - The company transitioned from a gold developer to a gold producer during the reporting period, driven by the development of the Jeanette project[16] - The company is focusing on the Jeanette project while reducing further work and funding on the Evander project due to ongoing travel restrictions[17] - The company continues to evaluate potential gold projects to accelerate its transition to a gold producer, although reviewed assets have not met investment criteria[20] - The company plans to identify short-term gold mining assets for potential acquisition[37] - The company is focused on advancing the engineering, procurement, and construction contracts for the Jeanette project with MCC[37] - The Jeanette project is planned to be executed in phases, with the first phase involving the completion and commissioning of existing infrastructure, targeting a production rate of 30,833 tons per month and an ore grade of 11.92 grams per ton[43] - The second phase of the Jeanette project will involve the development of two new shafts, increasing the production rate to 69,167 tons per month and an ore grade of 11.06 grams per ton[44] - The Evander project has a proven and probable resource of 19.85 million tons with an average gold grade of 8.47 grams per ton, containing 5.41 million ounces of gold[57] - The company has established a joint venture with the Pakistan Border Engineering Organization for the Tanjeel H4 deposit but has decided to focus resources on the Jeanette project due to political delays and COVID-19 impacts[79] Financial Performance - The average gold price for the year was $1,799 per ounce, an increase of approximately 2% compared to 2020[20] - South African gold producers experienced an 18% increase in total revenue to 102 billion Rand, supported by a 10% growth in gold production to 105 tons[20] - The company recorded a basic profit attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 45,147,000 for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022, compared to a loss of HKD 526,232,000 for the previous year[30] - The total comprehensive income for the year was approximately HKD 64,655,000, down from HKD 633,122,000 in the previous year, primarily due to foreign exchange differences[32] - The company's total assets as of March 31, 2022, were approximately HKD 3,440,722,000, an increase from HKD 3,311,838,000 the previous year[33] - The company has no outstanding bank borrowings as of March 31, 2022, maintaining a capital debt ratio of zero[33] - The company has not recommended any dividends for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2022[31] - The company remains optimistic about gold prices and the mining industry outlook, driven by factors such as central bank net purchases and strong demand from emerging market jewelry consumers[22] Project Costs and Returns - The initial capital cost for the first phase is estimated at $523.5 million, significantly reduced from the previous estimate of $723.8 million[46] - The total capital cost for the project is estimated at $646.6 million, with a cash operating cost of $471 per ounce and a profit margin of 46.2%[47] - The internal rate of return for the project is projected at 14.1%, with a net present value of $509.9 million at a 5% discount rate[47] - The Evander project's initial capital cost is estimated at $579.3 million, with a total capital cost of $714.7 million and a cash operating cost of $486 per ounce[58] - The internal rate of return for the Evander project is projected at 17.6%, with a net present value of $724.8 million at a 5% discount rate[58] Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives - The company identified significant environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues through a materiality assessment, focusing on greenhouse gas emissions and climate change as very important topics[146] - The company reported a direct greenhouse gas emission increase from 7,212 liters in FY2021 to 9,515 liters in FY2022, representing a 32% increase[157] - Indirect greenhouse gas emissions decreased significantly from 95,005 kWh in FY2021 to 24,816 kWh in FY2022, indicating a reduction of approximately 74%[157] - The company has established environmental goals to reduce emissions and resource consumption in daily operations, which were reviewed and discussed by the board[147] - The company adheres to local environmental regulations and has obtained waste management permits for its projects, ensuring compliance with environmental laws[152] - The company has not faced any legal actions for environmental violations during the reporting period, demonstrating compliance with environmental regulations[152] - The board regularly reviews and adjusts strategies to ensure the effectiveness of ESG initiatives and the achievement of environmental goals[147] - The company emphasizes the importance of stakeholder feedback in shaping its ESG strategies and practices[146] - The company has adopted various environmental management measures to mitigate ecological impacts, including comprehensive environmental impact assessments for mining projects[168] - The company recognizes potential climate risks, such as extreme weather events, which could affect mining operations and has developed emergency policies to address these risks[171] Employee and Labor Practices - The company adheres to local labor laws and maintains high employment standards, ensuring fair recruitment practices regardless of personal characteristics[172] - The company provides competitive compensation and fair promotion opportunities based on employee performance evaluations[175] - Total number of employees during the reporting period was 24, with 11 in South Africa and 13 in Hong Kong[181] - Employee turnover rate for the fiscal year 2022 was 0% across all demographics, including gender and age groups[183] - 25% of executive directors and 15% of general employees participated in training programs during the fiscal year 2022[188] - The company has implemented a comprehensive health and safety management policy, ensuring compliance with local laws and providing necessary protective equipment[184] - The company has not employed any child or forced labor during the reporting period and has not faced any legal actions related to labor violations[190] - The company offers a competitive compensation package and attractive benefits, including paid leave and insurance[181] - The company is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring no discrimination based on race, religion, gender, or disability[178] Community Engagement and Support - Community support initiatives were implemented during lockdowns, assisting local residents with food production and small business development[17] - The company believes in enhancing community quality of life and has implemented educational development programs to positively impact surrounding communities[200] Corporate Governance - The company has established high ethical standards, prohibiting employees from soliciting or accepting bribes or personal benefits[196] - A whistleblowing policy is in place to encourage employees to report any misconduct, with clear guidelines for handling reports confidentially[197] - Employees are trained on ethical business conduct, covering topics such as integrity, confidentiality, and conflict of interest[199] - The company has received annual confirmations of independence from all independent non-executive directors, affirming their independence[135] - The company appointed Guotai Junan (Hong Kong) CPA Limited as the new auditor effective February 23, 2022, following the resignation of Deloitte[138]

Financial Performance - For the six months ended September 30, 2021, the company reported a loss before tax of HKD 10,858,000, a decrease of 11.1% compared to a loss of HKD 12,267,000 in the same period of 2020[5]. - Total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 68,793,000, compared to a comprehensive income of HKD 184,867,000 in the prior year, reflecting a significant decline[7]. - Other income decreased to HKD 428,000 from HKD 1,249,000, indicating a drop of 65.7% year-on-year[5]. - Administrative and operating expenses were reduced to HKD 10,364,000, down 29.5% from HKD 14,690,000 in the previous year[5]. - The company reported a basic and diluted loss per share of HKD 0.05, consistent with the previous year's loss per share of HKD 0.06[7]. - The total equity attributable to owners of the company decreased to HKD 2,588,474,000 from HKD 2,643,888,000, reflecting a decline of 2.1%[12]. - The company reported a loss attributable to shareholders of approximately HKD 9,726,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2021, compared to a loss of HKD 10,913,000 for the same period in 2020, representing a decrease in loss of about 10.9%[54]. Cash Flow and Assets - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 176,702,000 from HKD 163,140,000, showing a growth of 8.5%[10]. - The net cash used in operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2021, was HKD (15,210) thousand, compared to HKD (13,931) thousand for the same period in 2020, indicating a decline in operational cash flow[17]. - The net cash generated from investing activities was HKD 26,802 thousand, a significant increase from HKD (1,336) thousand in the previous year, reflecting improved investment performance[17]. - The net cash generated from financing activities was HKD 1,795 thousand, compared to HKD (685) thousand in the prior year, showing a positive shift in financing cash flow[17]. - The total cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period increased to HKD 176,702 thousand from HKD 183,180 thousand, despite a net increase of HKD 13,387 thousand during the period[17]. - The company's non-current assets totaled HKD 3,056,636,000 as of September 30, 2021, a decrease from HKD 3,141,727,000 as of March 31, 2021[10]. Taxation - The company has not recognized any income tax expense for the period, maintaining a consistent tax position[5]. - The group did not make any provisions for Hong Kong profits tax or South African income tax during both periods due to the absence of taxable profits[37]. Strategic Initiatives - The company continues to explore opportunities for market expansion and new product development as part of its strategic initiatives[5]. - The company focused on advancing the Jeanette project and community development activities during the review period, with no mining or production activities conducted[60]. - The company identified potential short-term gold mining assets for acquisition during the review period[60]. - The company has decided to focus resources on the Jeanette project development, halting progress on the Tanjeel H4 deposit in Pakistan due to unclear pre-qualification results and the impact of COVID-19[88]. Project Developments - The Evander project has an estimated total capital cost of USD 714.7 million, with a projected internal rate of return of 17.6%[65]. - The Evander project is expected to produce 4,113,000 ounces of gold over its lifespan, with an average annual production of 309,000 ounces[65]. - The Jeanette project feasibility study estimates a preliminary capital cost of 523.5 million USD (2019) and a total capital cost of 646.6 million USD over a 22-year mine life[79]. - The Jeanette project is expected to produce 2.89 million ounces of gold over its lifespan, with a cash operating cost of 471 USD per ounce and a profit margin of 46.2%[79]. - The internal rate of return for the Jeanette project is projected at 14.1%, with a payback period of 8.7 years[79]. - The phased approach for the Jeanette project reduces initial capital cost estimates from 723.8 million USD to 523.5 million USD[76]. - The feasibility study results for the Jeanette project have been published, leading the company to prioritize the EPC contract for Jeanette over the Evander project[89]. - The EPC contract for the Jeanette project was awarded to MCC with a contract value of $521,546,000, which will be split into two contracts for engineering and construction[95]. Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2021, Christiaan Rudolph de Wet de Bruin holds 244,650,717 shares, representing 1.30% of the company's issued share capital[103]. - Goldborn Holdings Limited is the largest shareholder with 2,001,362,075 shares, accounting for 11.03% of the total equity[111]. - Gold Commercial Services Limited (GoldCom) holds 1,006,304,384 shares, which is 5.54% of the company's equity[111]. - Mandra Materials Limited and Mandra Esop Limited hold 777,434,722 shares (4.28%) and 16,238,369 shares (0.09%) respectively[111]. - The company has not reported any short positions in its shares or related securities as of September 30, 2021[113]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code as of September 30, 2021, except for the non-executive directors' appointment terms[114]. - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the six months ending September 30, 2021[118]. - There were no purchases, sales, or redemptions of the company's listed securities during the reporting period[119].