Montage Gold Reports Fatal Accident at Its Koné Project in Côte d’Ivoire

Core Points - Montage Gold Corp. reported the death of a colleague due to an incident during earthworks at the Koné project in Côte d'Ivoire [1][2] - The company has paused construction activities on August 14, 2025, with plans to resume on August 15, 2025 [3] - Montage Gold is focused on becoming a leading multi-asset African gold producer, with the Koné project expected to have a mine life of 16 years and an annual production of over 300,000 ounces of gold in the first 8 years, with production anticipated to start in Q2-2027 [4] Company Overview - Montage Gold Corp. is a Canadian-listed company with a primary focus on gold production in Africa, particularly through its flagship Koné project in Côte d'Ivoire [4] - The Koné project is highlighted in the Updated Feasibility Study published in 2024, which outlines its significant production capabilities and long-term viability [4] Investigation and Response - A comprehensive internal investigation is underway regarding the incident, which occurred over a kilometer from the employee's assigned work location, and the company will collaborate with local authorities [2]