Company Overview - Namib Minerals is set to trade under the ticker "NAMM" on Nasdaq starting June 6, 2025, marking it as the largest African company to go public via SPAC [1] - The business combination with Hennessy Capital Investment Corp. VI (HCVI) was approved by HCVI stockholders on May 6, 2025 [1][3] - Namib Minerals has a historical track record of over two decades in gold mining, with one producing gold mine and two historically producing mines currently being prepared for restart [2] Mining Assets and Operations - Namib's How Mine has produced approximately 1.82 million ounces of gold from 1941 to December 31, 2024, and is known for its low production costs [2] - The company also holds significant mineral resources in its other principal assets, Mazowe Mine and Redwing Mine, which are in the process of restarting operations [2] - In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Namib has interests in 13 exploration permits, including identified copper and cobalt potential [2] Strategic Goals and Future Outlook - The CEO of Namib stated that becoming a publicly listed company will accelerate development across its portfolio and enhance its role in African mining [2] - The merger is expected to position Namib for further expansion of its mining assets and strategic investments to create sustained value for stakeholders [3] - Namib aims to drive sustainable growth and innovation in Zimbabwe's mining industry while exploring alternative areas of growth [4]
Namib Minerals and Hennessy Capital Investment Corp. VI Announce Closing of Business Combination