Geologist | Mineral Exploration Expert | Project Management Professional
Qualified Person under SAMREC, NI 43-101, SEC & JORC codes.
B.Sc. in Geology and Chemistry – University of Johannesburg 1988
B.Sc. (Hons) Geology – University of Johannesburg 1989
M.Sc. Eng. Geol. – University of KwaZulu-Natal 1994
Pri. Sci. Nat. Registration Number 005383/18
With over 30 years of experience in the mining and geology sectors, Barry Venter is a seasoned geologist with expertise in mineral exploration, resource estimation, and feasibility studies. He has a robust background in both technical and managerial aspects of mining operations, having worked on global projects across Africa, the Americas, and the Middle East.
EXPERIENCE
Mineral Exploration & Resource Estimation: Delivered JORC-compliant resource estimates, including a ±190Moz gold resource at Central Rand Gold and a 209Mt Indicated Mineral Resource at MINXCON Exploration.
Geotechnical Engineering & Technical Services: Managed geotechnical engineering, mine planning, and technical services in complex mining environments.
GIS & 3D Modelling: Proficient in GIS applications and 3D modelling for enhanced geological and mining data analysis.
Project Management & Development: Managed diverse mining projects, securing funding and developing feasibility studies.
Global Experience: Extensive international experience, adaptable to various management levels.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Central Rand Gold: Key contributor to achieving a ±190Moz JORC-compliant gold resource and a successful listing on the JSA and TSX.
Minxcon Exploration: Directed drilling programs and resource evaluations, delivering a 209Mt Indicated Mineral Resource estimate.
Petra Diamonds: Managed technical aspects of mining operations, focusing on geological and geotechnical hazards.
ERG Africa: Project Manager for global business development, targeting and evaluating greenfield and brownfield projects.
Central Copper (DRC): Developed a feasibility study that secured funding for the project as Country Manager.
Zambesi Gold: Identified new exploration targets, developed a pilot plant, and produced gold Doré as Mineral Resource Manager.
B. Com Hons (Acct), University of the Free State | MBL (UNISA MBA equivalent)
MDP, Anglo American Executive Programme | Tax Diploma, University of the Witwatersrand
Charles Mostert has 37 years of mining experience, including 15 years with Anglo American and 22 years in junior mining. His expertise is in finance, administration, and executive leadership in the mining sector.
EXPERIENCE:
Anglo American: Finance and Admin Director for Vaal Reefs Exploration and Mining Company Ltd.
Junior Mining Sector: Chairman or CEO of 17 mining companies listed on various stock exchanges (JSE, NSE, ASX, Nasdaq, TSX-V, AIM, HKG).
Forbes and Manhattan Inc.: President – African Business Development, co-led transactions for multiple mining projects.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Raised over $500 million in capital funding for junior mining.
CEO positions in four diamond companies: Majestic Resources Ltd, Crown Diamonds Ltd, Nare Diamonds Ltd, and Rera Diamonds (Private) Limited.
Extensive international experience in Australia, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Namibia, RSA, Angola, Central African Republic, Burkina Faso, and Zimbabwe.
Managing Director of SunRanch Solar (Pty) Ltd, a renewable energy company having completed >20MWp of projects and subcontracting on two solar farms (75MWp and 86MWp).
Managing Director of Keras Capital (Pty) Ltd, Mining Investments, Mineral Trading, Capital Raising, Mine Development & Management.
Registered Professional Geologist (SACNASP Registration Number 400157/11)
Honors Degree in Geology, University of Zimbabwe.
Master’s Degree in Exploration Geology, Rhodes University, South Africa.
Certificate in Financial Modelling and Valuation, Corporate Finance Institute, Canada.
Established as a Competent Person in Exploration and Mineral Resource Reporting for several commodities (including coal and gold).
Kuda Muchenje has 30 years experience in the minerals industry. His expertise is in mineral exploration, resource modelling, evaluation, business development, and financial modelling. Kuda held senior management roles, including Technical Manager in South Africa and Country Manager in Mozambique.
EXPERIENCE:
Extensive work as an exploration geologist in Africa and internationally.
Business development for junior mining companies in Southern Africa.
Rio Tinto Mining & Exploration Ltd: Kuda worked as an exploration geologist across multiple commodities, eventually rising to Technical Manager in South Africa and Country Manager in Mozambique.
Geoprobe Advisory Services: As Managing Director, Kuda has been involved in Exploration Project Design and Management, Due Diligence Studies and Advanced Technical Studies for multiple Clients in Southern Africa.
Keras Capital. Identification of potential targets for acquisition or investment. Review of project proposals. Due diligence work on possible acquisitions, partnerships and joint ventures. Reviewed dozens of investment opportunities (prospecting rights, exploration projects and operational assets) yearly.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Mineral exploration experience across a wide range of commodities.
Deposit types: Coal, Diamonds, Porphyry copper-gold systems, Epithermal and mesothermal gold deposits, Magmatic Cu-Ni-PGM deposits, Mineral Sands.
Qualified Person under SAMREC, SAMVAL, NI 43-101, SEC & JORC codes.
B.Sc. in Geology and Geography – University of Johannesburg 1988
B.Sc. (Hons) Geology – University of Johannesburg 1994
Pri. Sci. Nat. Registration Number 400201/04
With more than 40 years experience in mineral prospecting and mining, Charles Muller specializes in Data processing, ore body modelling, mineral resource evaluation, Geostatistics, structural geology, resource estimations and valuations. Charles also hast vast expertise in gold, uranium, platinum, chrome, diamonds, coal and base metals.
EXPERIENCE
Gold Fields Limited (1984-1997) Jnr Geologist to Chief Mineral Resource Geologist
Minxcon Group (2006-2014) Co-Founder& Director
Protek Consulting: (2014 to present) Founder & Director. Mineral Resource Estimation and Advanced drone applications in Geology
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Recognized authority on the Witwatersrand Basin and Bushveld Complex
Experienced in international ore body evaluations and database integration.