Aterian provides update on Rwanda lithium JV with Rio Tinto

Aterian’s local subsidiary, Kinunga Mining Limited, is engaged in supporting Rio Tinto in staging the necessary equipment to establish a maiden drill programme over the licence area in 2024.

Sandy Walker, the Programme Manager, Rwanda for Rio Tinto, commented:

“Rio Tinto is pleased to be in Rwanda exploring for lithium and to have partnered with Aterian through the Kinunga JV on our first project. Exploration activities are now safely underway, and we look forward to seeing the results of the data currently being collected. We appreciate the support of the Government of Rwanda and look forward to continuing our work here.”

Simon Rollason, CEO of Aterian, added:

“Since announcing our lithium joint venture with Rio Tinto, much progress has been made in preparation and initiating exploration at the HCK site in southern Rwanda, with encouraging preliminary data being generated. We thank and are grateful to the Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board, as well as the regional and local governments, for their active communication and professionalism, allowing us to complete the joint venture. We look forward to updating the market on our exploration efforts. This is a great project for Rwanda, its people, and the continent of Africa - which is integral for a successful energy transition.”

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